How to Upload Songs to Spotify in Nigeria: A Complete Guide for 2025
Are you an upcoming Nigerian artist dreaming of seeing your music on Spotify? You’re not alone! With the explosive growth of digital streaming in Nigeria, uploading your songs to platforms like Spotify is no longer a luxury — it's a necessity.
In this step-by-step guide, you'll learn how to upload your songs to Spotify in Nigeria, monetize your music, and grow your fan base globally.
Why Every Nigerian Artist Needs to Be on Spotify
Do you know that Spotify is one of the biggest music streaming platforms in the world, with over 500 million monthly active users. Since its official launch in Nigeria in 2021, Nigerian artists have taken advantage of Spotify to reach new listeners and make money from their music.
Whether you’re into Afrobeats, hip-hop, gospel, or alternative music, Spotify helps you go global without leaving Nigeria.
Can You Upload Songs Directly to Spotify?
No, individual artists cannot upload songs directly to Spotify. You must go through a digital music distributor, a company that acts as the middleman between you and Spotify.
Some of the most popular music distributors for Nigerian artists include:
1. DistroKid
2. TuneCore
3. CD Baby
4. Ditto Music
5. Amuse
6. BoomKit (based in Nigeria)
7. ONErpm
These platforms help you get your music on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Audiomack, and more — while also collecting royalties for you.
What You Need Before Uploading Your Song
Before you start the uploading process, make sure you have the following ready:
- Finalized audio file – WAV or MP3 (high quality)
- Cover art – JPEG/PNG, at least 3000 x 3000 pixels
- Song title – Make it catchy and clear
- Artist name – Use your stage name consistently
- Album or single info – Choose whether it’s part of an album or a standalone single
- Release date – Set this at least 2 weeks ahead for proper promotion
- Lyrics – Optional, but recommended
Step-by-Step: How to Upload Songs to Spotify in Nigeria 2025
Let’s walk through the steps using DistroKid as an example. Most other distributors follow a similar process.
Step 1: You should Sign Up with a Music Distributor
Contact us and create an account.
1. Your name and email address
2. A debit/credit card to pay for the subscription (DistroKid is about $22/year for unlimited uploads)
Other alternatives like TuneCore and CD Baby offer different pricing models, including pay-per-release.
Step 2: Fill in Song Details
Once signed in, click “Upload” and enter all the song information:
- Service selection: Tick Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, etc.
- Artist name: Use your correct stage name
- Release type: Choose “Single” or “Album”
- Song title
- Upload your audio file
- Upload your cover art
- Language & genre
- Explicit lyrics? Yes/No
- Add collaborators (optional)
Step 3: Choose a Release Date
You should always set up a future release date, preferably 2–4 weeks ahead. This allows enough time for Spotify’s editorial team to review your song for playlists.
🎯 Pro tip: You can also pitch your song for Spotify editorial playlists through Spotify for Artists (more on that below).
Step 4: Monetization & Extras
Enable all available options like:
- YouTube Content ID (monetize your music on YouTube)
- Store maximizer (auto-send to new platforms)
- Shazam & iPhone Siri detection
These may come with small extra charges depending on the platform.
Step 5: Submit & Wait
Once everything is filled out, hit “Done”. Your distributor will now send your music to Spotify and other platforms.
You’ll receive a confirmation email, and your song should go live on the release date you selected.
How to Get Spotify for Artists Access
Once your song is live (or scheduled), you can claim your Spotify for Artists profile page by:
1. Visit artists.spotify.com
2. Log in with your Spotify account
3. Search for your artist name and claim it
With Spotify for Artists, you can:
- Track your song stats in real time
- Edit your bio and artist image
- Pitch your next release for playlists
- Understand your listeners (country, age, gender, etc.)
How Much Can You Earn on Spotify?
Spotify pays artists about $0.003 to $0.005 per stream (USD). That’s roughly ₦2–₦4 per stream, depending on conversion rates and your distributor.
So if your song gets:
- 10,000 streams = ₦20,000 to ₦40,000
- 100,000 streams = ₦200,000 to ₦400,000
- 1 million streams = ₦2 million to ₦4 million
💡 Want to earn more? Promote your music like a pro. Run ads, drop visualizers, and post consistently on social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts.
Promote Your Song After Upload
Uploading is just the beginning — now it’s time to market your music to get streams and fans.
Best Ways to Promote Your Song in Nigeria:
1. Use TikTok – Create a challenge or viral dance
2. Submit to Nigerian blogs – Like DJMondoMusic.com.ng, NotJustOk, and Tooxclusive
3. Send to DJs – Get your music played in clubs and on radio
4. Make a visualizer or lyric video – Post it on YouTube
5. Run paid ads – Use Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube ads
6. Pitch for playlists – Use Spotify for Artists to submit your track early
⚠️ Mistakes to Avoid
🎤 Final Thoughts
Do you know uploading your music to Spotify in Nigeria is easier than ever in 2025. You don’t need a record label or industry connection — just good music, a distributor, and consistent promotion.
So if you’ve been wondering how to get started, now you know exactly what to do.
🔗 Submit Your Music for Promotion
Want help promoting your next single? Visit www.djmondomusic.com.ng to get:
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🎧 Playlist placements
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📰 Blog features
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📣 Social media promotion
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📥 DJ distribution
Let’s take your music career to the next level!
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