Spotify reveals top tracks on mellow playlists among Nigerian Gen Zs

Spotify, a global online streaming platform, has revealed Tom Odell’s “Another Love”; Billie Eilish’s “Lovely” and Lewis Capaldi’s “Someone You Loved”, as the top tracks on mellow playlists among Nigerian Gen Zs.

Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music for Africa, who disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos, said this was from the platform’s observation.

Okumu noted that the other rated tracks on mellow playlists were Ruth B’s “Dandelions”; Lewis Capaldi’s “Before You Go”; Duncan Laurence’s “Arcade”; Kina Snow’s “Get You The Moon (feat. Snøw”; Tate McRae’s “You broke me first”; Alec Benjamin’s “Let Me Down Slowly” and Omah Lay’s “Soso”.

She said the top five mellow playlists among Nigerian Gen Zs were: Chill Hits, Sad Songs, Soft Pop Hits, Chill Bops and Mellow Bars.

“Mellow music is a respite from the constant connectivity and information overload of the modern world, offering a space where listeners can find solace, connect with their emotions, and navigate the complexities of life at their own pace.