Dancehall heavyweight Skillibeng continues to expand his international footprint, this time earning his fourth entry on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs Chart with the high-energy collaboration “Getting Paid” alongside Nigerian producer Sarz, and Afrobeats stars Asake and Wizkid. The track, which debuted at No. 5, appears on Sarz’s critically acclaimed debut album Protect Sarz at All Cost—a project that fuses Afrobeats, dancehall, and global pop with effortless precision.
This milestone follows Skillibeng’s recent fourth Gold certification for his feature on Tyla’s “Jump” with Gunna, a global smash that went Platinum in South Africa and Gold in four countries, including the United States. His Billboard journey tells a story of consistent crossover success: from Wizkid’s “Slip N Slide” peaking at No. 19 in 2022, to Tyla’s “Jump” soaring to No. 3, and Moliy and Silent Addy’s “Shake It to the Max (Fly) [Remix]” hitting No. 1 in May 2025. With “Getting Paid” landing inside the Top 5, Skillibeng has proven once again that his distinct patois flow and lyrical precision can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Africa’s biggest exports.
Produced by Sarz, one of Afrobeats’ most revered sonic innovators, “Getting Paid” bridges cultures through rhythm and delivery—an evolution in the ongoing Afro-Caribbean exchange that has defined much of 2020s pop. Known for hits with Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Niniola, Sarz’s debut album unites the genre’s most dynamic voices while celebrating the sound’s borderless appeal. Skillibeng’s feature adds a raw, streetwise edge that reinforces his global brand as dancehall’s most adaptable collaborator.
As of October 2025, Skillibeng’s streak of Billboard and RIAA-certified hits signals more than just personal achievement—it reflects a broader shift in how dancehall and Afrobeats intertwine in the global music economy. With major collaborations, record-breaking streams, and award show appearances, Skillibeng isn’t just participating in the movement—he’s shaping it.
