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66th Grammys: Davido, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Asake set to make history
As the 66th Grammy Award Ceremony approaches, all eyes in Nigeria and across the continent are fixed on the newly introduced Best African Music Performance category. Originally dominated by Nigerian artists, the inclusion of South Africa’s Tyla and her song ‘Water’ adds an extra layer of diversity to the nominations.
In the lead-up to the Grammy Award Premiere Ceremony at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, DAILY POST delves into the prospects of each nominee in the inaugural Best African Music Performance category.
Ayra Starr’s ‘Rush’ stands out with its unique Grammy nomination, breaking the eligibility frame rules and making her, at 21, the youngest Nigerian to receive such an honor. Speculations among music enthusiasts suggest the likelihood of a female winner in the new category, with Ayra Starr and Tyla being the frontrunners. The lyrical depth and vocal performance of ‘Rush’ contribute to its chances of clinching the Best African Music Performance award.
Asake’s ‘Amapiano,’ featuring Olamide, is distinctive for being predominantly sung in Yoruba, making it the only nominee in the category with such linguistic richness. The track, blending Amapiano progressions with hip-hop elements, could potentially win based on the rising popularity of the Amapiano genre and Asake’s artistry.
Burna Boy, a seasoned nominee, presents ‘City Boys,’ one of his four nominations at the 66th Grammys. With a rich lyrical and vocal delivery, combined with Burna Boy’s Grammy track record and performance slot at the event, ‘City Boys’ emerges as a strong contender for the Best African Music Performance award.
Davido’s ‘Unavailable,’ featuring Musa Keys, is a favorite, marked by its lyrical depth and visually appealing Zulu-themed music video. Positioned as Davido’s best chance to secure his first Grammy, ‘Unavailable’ competes not only in the Best African Music Performance category but also in two other global music categories.
Tyla’s ‘Water’ may lack overt African elements, but it aligns with the Grammy’s definition of the Best African Music Performance category, encompassing various African music genres. Despite being the most popular among the nominees, the Grammy’s emphasis on quality over popularity makes ‘Water’ a contender on its musical merits. Additionally, some predict a favorable bias towards South African nominees among Grammy voters.
Regardless of the outcome, tonight’s Grammy Awards will mark a historic moment for an African artist, potentially paving the way for more Grammy winners from the continent.
Renowned Nigerian musician Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has suggested that he belongs in the same league as Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy.
Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy are widely recognized as the foremost Nigerian/Afrobeats artists globally and are collectively referred to as the “Big 3.”
Rema is now asserting his position among this elite group. In a recent social media post, the ‘Calm Down’ singer stated that he now considers himself part of this league, stating: “No more Big 3, there’s now a Big 4.”
His statement has sparked mixed reactions, with some agreeing with him while others argue that despite his achievements in streaming and chart performance, he still needs years of consistent success to fully earn that status.
Renowned musician David Adeleke, also known as Davido, recently asserted during an appearance on an American podcast, ‘Business Untitled,’ that his family plays a significant role in Nigeria’s energy sector by operating four power plants. According to him, these power plants make substantial contributions to Nigeria’s electricity supply.
In discussing his family’s business ventures and personal investments, Davido mentioned his brief foray into cryptocurrency due to its popularity in Nigeria. He also highlighted his family’s involvement in the energy sector, emphasizing their ownership of four lucrative power plants that distribute electricity across a considerable portion of Nigeria.
Additionally, Davido disclosed plans to venture into the restaurant business with his wife, who has a passion for culinary arts. However, he reiterated that his primary focus remains on his music career.
While Davido’s family boasts wealth and investments in the energy sector, some observers may dispute his claim that their power plants supply the majority of Nigeria’s energy needs. The Nigerian government owns most of the significant thermal and hydropower plants in the country.
Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, has pleaded with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to forgive him if they have any evidence against him abusing the Naira.
He said it was never his intention to mutilate the Naira, stressing that he only sprays money to help the masses.
Speaking in a recent Instagram live session, Portable noted that he respects constituted authority.
He said, “After God na government. I’m not mutilating the naira. I only help a lot of people. If you see me spraying money please forgive me.”
DAILY POST reports that the EFCC is set to arraign popular socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest for Naira abuse, days after crossdresser Bobrisky was sent to prison for similar offence.
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