Following the news of his passing on July 26, Daddy Lumba, the legendary Ghanaian music icon, had 31 of his songs secure spots concurrently on the Apple Music Ghana Top 100 playlist.
Securing the number one spot on the list is his popular and reflective dirge “Makra Mo“, followed by “Ankwanoma,” “Sika,” “Se Sumye Kasa,” “Mpempem Do Me,” and “Doctor Panie,” amongst others. Additionally, 21 out of his 33 albums are charting on the Apple Music Ghana Top Albums Chart, while 11 of his songs are charting in the Apple Music Ghana Top Songs category.
📊Daddy Lumba is currently charting 31 Songs On Apple Music Top Songs Chart following his passing:
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The most for any Ghanaian artist on the chart🕊️👏🏾 pic.twitter.com/Da1MHDRYKd
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The posthumous chart entries reflected the outpouring of love from Ghanaians, who have been streaming his vast discography in tribute to his legacy. In honour of his contribution to Ghanaian music, a candlelight night vigil was held on Aug 2, 2025, to mourn him.
Daddy Lumba’s unprecedented achievement resonates with his profound depth in lyricism, which is engineered to scribe stories for every emotion, situation, and relationship, and even offers timeless advice on morals and life in general.