Fela Kuti’s legacy continues to thrive even in the streaming era, decades after his peak years. His most-streamed song, “Water No Get Enemy,” leads by a wide margin with 34 million streams, far ahead of every other track.
This clear gap highlights how one song has become the primary digital gateway into Fela’s catalogue, shaping how new and old listeners encounter his music today.
Behind the top track, “Zombie” follows with 19.7 million streams, while “Expensive Shit” sits at 11.1 million. These numbers reveal a strong preference for Fela’s politically charged and socially conscious songs.
Rather than fading into nostalgia, his protest music continues to attract global audiences, suggesting that his messages remain relevant in contemporary conversations about power, justice, and society.
