Nigerian-born soul and Afropop artist Jussoul continues his international rise as his latest single officially lands on the UK iTunes Charts

UNITED KINGDOM — September 23, 2026 — Nigerian-born soul and Afropop artist Jussoul is celebrating a major new milestone in his growing international career as his latest single has officially entered the UK iTunes Charts today.

The chart achievement adds another significant chapter to the artist’s rapidly developing career and further highlights Jussoul’s ability to connect his soulful sound and Afropop influences with audiences beyond Africa and the United States.

Born Chukwuka John Okafo in Imo State, Nigeria, Jussoul discovered his passion for music at a young age. He began pursuing music as a teenager, eventually developing a sound that blends soulful vocals, contemporary pop, R&B and Afropop.

His journey has already taken him onto one of television’s biggest musical stages. In 2021, Jussoul appeared on American Idol, advancing to the Top 40 from thousands of auditions and introducing his talent to a much broader international audience. (Wikipedia)

Now, with his latest single making an impact on the UK iTunes Charts, Jussoul is continuing to build momentum across international markets.

His musical catalog includes releases such as “Lucid Dreams,” “Soul Fire,” “Under The Mistletoe,” “Hard Love” and “Love in the 90s.” His music has explored themes of love, relationships, personal growth, pain, healing and triumph while maintaining the soulful vocal style that has become central to his artistry. (Wikipedia)

Jussoul’s career has also included performances alongside established African artists and appearances on major stages, helping establish him as an emerging international voice within the soul and Afropop space.

A NEW INTERNATIONAL CHAPTER

The UK iTunes chart achievement represents another step in Jussoul’s continuing expansion into international music markets.

With his combination of soulful songwriting, Afropop influences and an increasingly global audience, Jussoul is positioning himself for a new chapter in his career as he continues releasing music and reaching listeners around the world.

Jussoul’s latest single is available now on digital music platforms.