Tony Dayimane Joins SA Hip Hop Elite After Hitting 1 Million Spotify Monthly Listeners. Tony Dayimane has officially secured his place among South Africa’s hip-hop elite, joining an exclusive group of artists who boast 1 million monthly listeners on Spotify.
The milestone places him alongside the likes of Nasty C, Kwesta, Sjava, and Cassper Nyovest—names that have long been synonymous with the pinnacle of South African music.
This monumental achievement places him in an exclusive group, joining the ranks of industry giants who have set the bar high in both music and cultural impact. Reaching 1 million monthly listeners on Spotify is no small feat, and Dayimane’s entry into this elite club is a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft and his growing appeal in SA Hip Hop.
Taking to social media, the famed Durban rapper announced the release of the Dlala music video as he celebrated the 1 Million Spotify milestone. “DLALA MUSIC VIDEO OUT NOW https://youtu.be/0c4Rk00jQG0 1M MONTHLY LISTENERS,” he announced.
Tony Dayimane soared on the Spotify ranks following the success of his debut album RED OCTOBER: INDUCTION which received a massive reception amongst his fans and SA Hip hop followers at large. However, his Spotify feat was not only confined to the success of his debut album, rather his contribution to Skuta Baba Remix featuring some SA Hip hop superstars also contributed to the increase of his Spotify Monthly Listeners.
The Skuta Baba Remix has hit a remarkable milestone, reaching 1 million streams on both Spotify and YouTube. This achievement invites fans to take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reminiscent of the iconic Amantombazane Remix, widely regarded as one of the greatest remixes in SA Hip Hop history.
With this monumental achievement now etched in the annals of his music catalogue, all eyes are on Tony Dayimane to see what he has in store for the SA Hip Hop scene in 2025.
