[Rétro] Le Top 10 des chansons de l'année 2025 au Sénégal
Senegalese music is renowned for its infectious rhythms and catchy melodies. A true melting pot of cultures, it sees its artists shine each year across a wide variety of genres. From mbalax to hip-hop, and including Afro-pop, the music scene offers a diverse range of sounds that captivate audiences. For 2025, Seneweb has compiled a list of the ten most listened-to songs.
1. “Arva” – Jahman X-press
Unsurprisingly, "Arva" is the most beloved song of 2025. This song is a true anthem of love and gratitude. Dedicated to Customs Lieutenant-Colonel Arva Kane by her husband, Mamadou Diop, it celebrates the beauty and strength of this exceptional woman. By collaborating with renowned artists such as Souleymane Faye, Soda Mama Fall, and Kiné Lam, Jahman X-press brilliantly succeeded in its mission of tribute. This masterpiece enjoyed meteoric success, surpassing one million views in just 48 hours and entering the top 25 trending tracks on YouTube worldwide.
2. “Kaay Waay” – VJ
A new invitation to love, "Kaay Waay," from VJ's album DM, expresses gratitude towards someone special. The music video, released on January 4, 2025, has now garnered over 48 million views. Through a blend of Afro-Pop and R&B, the singer highlights the pillars of true love: mutual support and complicity. "You supported me so much when I needed it (...) You pulled me out of the woodwork, I'm going to pay you back," VJ sings with elegance.
3. “I love you” – Wally Balago Seck
“When you listen to Wally’s songs, you just want to get married,” confides one captivated internet user. Filmed in Tanzania, the music video for “Je t’aime” is a visual and musical delight. Taken from the album Entre nous, this track is a passionate declaration that has taken over social media, particularly TikTok and Snapchat. Released on April 26, 2025, the video has already surpassed 26 million views.
4. “Macaws” – Ash The Best
Directed by Massène Yacine Sène, the music video for "Aras" features the artist alongside his wife, actress Zeyna Ba, symbolizing a genuine love "sealed from the throne of God." Its catchy chorus has fueled immense viral success. In just six months, the video has garnered over 20 million views on YouTube.
5. “Jiin” – Amadeus
With "Jiin," Massamba Amadeus pays homage to the strength and elegance of Senegalese women. Through the words "Jigéen nga waaye jaambaar nga" (You are a woman, but you are also a warrior), the artist praises feminine bravery. This track, which blends Wolof tradition and Afrobeats influences, reached one million views in 48 hours and was praised by critics for its originality.
6. “We don’t have time” – Viviane Chidid & Mia Guissé
This duet is a proclamation of freedom. Viviane and Mia refuse to be distracted by negativity, reminding us that "time is money." Released on October 16, 2025, and taken from Mia Guissé's album Éclosion, this Afro-Pop song is already a hit. Fans are now eagerly awaiting the release of the music video.
7. “Dungeen Daj” – Dip Doundou Guiss
Dip Doundou Guiss confirms his status as a master of Senegalese rap. "Dungeen Daj" testifies to his resilience in the face of criticism. With hard-hitting lines like "Yeen ñépp a ngi làmb te dungeen daj" (You're all searching, but you'll find nothing), he warns his detractors with ever-renewed creativity.
8. “Motema” – Sidy Diop & Baye Mass
This collaboration tells the story of two men vying for the heart of the same woman. The bold lyrics and captivating sound lend a unique sensuality to the track. Released online seven months ago, the song has garnered 13 million views and has become a firm fixture in the national charts.
9. “Yawla” – Aïda Samb
Granddaughter of the late Samba Diabaré Samb, Aïda Samb brilliantly blends tradition and modernity. "Yawla" is an intense declaration of love in which she extols the virtues of her beloved. This song confirms that love songs are universal, touching all generations and all cultures.
10. “Cosaan” – Daara J Family
Meaning "roots" in Wolof, "Cosaan" is a vibrant tribute to African heritage. Released during the Tabaski festival, the track influenced fashion by showcasing traditional boubous, a style championed by Ndongo D and Faada Freddy. This blend of hip-hop and traditional sounds continues to captivate music lovers.
Commentaires (12)
Ce mercredi, Marie-Pierre Vedrenne affirme être « très fière » que George Clooney « demande la nationalité française ». Cependant, elle estime que « ce n’est pas le bon message qui est envoyé ».
c’est comme si Spotify avait pris un coup de soleil.
On écoute compulsivement, frénétiquement, une semaine… puis notre cerveau fait “reset usine”.
On se retrouve là, hagard, à se demander si ce morceau a vraiment existé ou si c’était juste un rêve humide de l’algorithme.
Les artistes ?
Ah, mon frère…
Ils sont devenus tellement rares que dans quelques années, on les traquera avec des jumelles de safari :
“Regarde maman ! Un artiste authentique… il écrit ses propres paroles !”
Et les scientifiques de l’UNESCO derrière, tout émus :
“Chuuut, il pourrait s’enfuir s’il entend un autotune.”
Parce que maintenant, les thèmes, c’est du recyclage émotionnel.
On tourne autour des futilités avec la grâce d’un moustique bourré.
On parle de “love”… mais pas du vrai amour, celui qui te construit, te brûle, te lave, t’élève.
Non.
On parle du love jetable, du love en plastique biodégradable à usage unique.
Une sorte d’émotion sous garantie 3 jours, après quoi elle clignote “batterie faible”.
Tout est charnel, matériel, pressé.
On dirait que Cupidon est devenu influenceur fitness et ne tire plus des flèches mais des stories :
“Team âme sœur, swipe up pour voir la suite.”
Et la créativité, quant à elle…
Elle est partie méditer dans les montagnes.
Elle a dit “je reviens quand vous arrêterez d’écrire des refrains qui tiennent sur trois syllabes”.
Elle a laissé un panneau sur la porte du studio :
“Reviens quand t’as quelque chose à dire.”
Le pire ?
C’est que cette musique ne nourrit plus rien, même pas un neurone introverti.
On est là, à consommer du vide sonore, emballé dans du plastique émotionnel, version XXL.
C’est l’équivalent musical d’un plat précuit : tu mets 30 secondes au micro-ondes et tu te demandes pourquoi ta vie n’a plus de goût.
Bref.
La musique du moment fait danser les pieds,
mais plus personne ne danse de l’intérieur.
Le beat cogne, mais l’âme bâille.
On a remplacé la poésie par du bruit,
et le silence, maintenant, est plus mélodieux que la plupart des hits!
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