Fireboy’s 2021 hit single ‘Peru’ achieved significant commercial success, charting in countries such as the US, UK, and France. With over 450 million Spotify streams across its different versions, the song has also earned a gold certification in Denmark, double platinum in the UK, and an RIAA platinum plaque, making it one of Afrobeats’ most celebrated tracks.
As part of Fireboy’s third album Playboy, ‘Peru’ propelled him to international fame, earning him a BET nomination and a notable performance at the 2022 ceremony. Its diamond certification in France places it alongside other Nigerian hits like Oxlade’s ‘Kulosa’, Ayra Starr’s ‘Rush’, Burna Boy’s ‘On The Low’, and Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ with SNEP diamond honors.
Fireboy’s global momentum continues with the release of his fourth album Adedamola, featuring collaborations with prominent artists like Lagbaja, Grammy nominee Seun Kuti, Lojay, and Grammy Album of the Year winner Jon Baptiste.