SIX NIGERIANS NOMINATED FOR GRAMMYS AWARDS

 

In a historic moment for Nigerian music, the global influence of Afrobeats was spotlighted as

six Nigerian artists (Davido, Burna Boy, Olamide, Ayra Starr, Fireboy DML, and Asake) received Grammy nominations in the 66th Annual Grammy Awards. 

The 66th Grammy Awards further solidified the dominance of Nigerian music on the international stage. Burna Boy, a previous Grammy winner, continued his remarkable streak by securing four nominations, including 'Sitting On Top of the World' featuring 21 Savage for Best Melodic Rap, 'I Told Them' for Best Global Music Album, and 'Alone' for Best Global Music Performance. Davido, making his debut in the Grammy race, earned three nominations, with 'UNAVAILABLE' in the Best African Performance category, 'FEEL' in the Best Global Music Performance category, and 'Timeless' in the Best Global Album category.

A noteworthy addition to the Grammy landscape was the creation of the Best African Music Performance category, recognizing outstanding contributions from the continent. This category featured nominees like Asake and Olamide's 'Amapiano,' Burna Boy's 'City Boys,' Ayra Starr's 'Rush,' Davido and Musa Keys' 'Unavailable,' and Tyla's 'Water.' The inclusion of this category showcased the growing impact of African music globally and provided a platform for emerging talents.

Fireboy DML received recognition in the Album of the Year category for his contributions to Jon Batiste's 'World Music Radio,' marking a significant milestone for the artist. However, fans expressed surprise and disappointment over the omission of Rema's 'Calm Down,' a track that had garnered considerable acclaim in the Afrobeats community throughout the year.

Nigerian music enthusiasts and critics alike celebrated the achievements, with Joey Akan, a prominent Nigerian music journalist, expressing that Davido's Grammy nominations were long overdue, considering his decade-long contribution to the industry. As the anticipation for the Grammy Awards in February 2024 builds, the spotlight on Nigerian artists continues to grow, reaffirming the global impact and recognition of Afrobeats in the music world.