The 2024 Grammy Awards spotlight the remarkable achievements of Nigerian musicians, highlighting their growing influence on the global music scene. This year, several prominent Nigerian artists received nominations across multiple categories, further solidifying the country’s position as a leader in contemporary music.
Here’s a detailed list of the Nigerian artists and their nominations:
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1. Best African Music Performance
This new category celebrates outstanding contributions from African artists, with Afrobeats taking center stage. Nigerian nominees include:
- Davido – “Unavailable” (feat. Musa Keys)
- Spyro – “Who Is Your Guy?”
- Wizkid – “No More Games” (feat. Tems)
- Rema – “Calm Down”
- Davido – “Loyal” (feat. Skepta)
2. Best Global Music Performance
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In this category, two of Nigeria’s biggest stars are recognized for their genre-blending tracks:
- Burna Boy – “Bayethe” (feat. AKA)
- Tiwa Savage – “Tell Me” (feat. Wizkid)
Both tracks exemplify the versatility of Afrobeats, incorporating elements of reggae, dancehall, and pop.
3. Best Music Video
Nigerian music videos continue to captivate global audiences with their creativity and visual storytelling. The nominees are:
- Rema – “Calm Down” (feat. Selena Gomez)
- Davido – “Unavailable” (feat. Musa Keys)
- Tiwa Savage – “Tell Me” (feat. Wizkid)
These videos showcase the vibrant energy and cultural richness of Nigerian music.
4. Song of the Year (Songwriting Credit)
- Rema – “Calm Down” (co-written by Divine Ikubor)
This nomination recognizes Rema’s exceptional songwriting talent, with “Calm Down” resonating deeply with audiences worldwide.
5. Producer of the Year, Non-Classical
- P2J – for his work on Tiwa Savage’s “Tell Me” (feat. Wizkid)
P2J’s innovative production style has been instrumental in shaping the sound of modern Afrobeats, earning him this well-deserved nomination.
A Historic Moment for Nigerian Music
The 2024 Grammy nominations underline the global appeal of Nigerian music, celebrating the creativity and talent of its artists. With nominations in both new and established categories, these artists continue to push boundaries and inspire audiences worldwide.
All eyes are now on the awards ceremony, as Nigeria stands poised to make history on one of music’s biggest stages.
Sources: Gistmania
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