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Joeboy says Tyla deserved Grammy win over Nigerians

Nigerian singer Joeboy has said that South African star Tyla deserved her Grammy Award win ahead of the Nigerian artists she was nominated with. Tyla won the Grammy for Best African Music Performance with her global hit song “Water,” beating Nigerian nominees including Davido, Burna Boy and Ayra Starr. The result sparked debate among many Nigerian fans, who felt their artists were unfairly overlooked. In a recent interview, Joeboy explained that he was personally rooting for Davido to win but still believes Tyla earned the award on merit. He described her as a very good and amazing artist and said that when you honestly compare the songs in the category, “Water” fully deserved to come out on top. Joeboy also addressed the anger from some Nigerian music lovers, noting that awards are competitive and that excellence should be recognised regardless […]

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Davido shares wife Chioma’s inspiring words after Grammy loss

Award winning singer Davido has shared the uplifting words his wife, Chioma Rowland Adeleke, used to encourage him after he missed out on a Grammy win for the second time at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards.​ Davido’s hit “With You,” featuring Omah Lay, was nominated in the Best African Music Performance category but lost to South African star Tyla’s “Push 2 Start.” The category was heavily stacked with Nigerian stars, including Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Wizkid, Omah Lay and Eddy Kenzo, yet none of them clinched the award.​ In a post on X, Davido revealed he initially did not feel like attending the post awards after party following the defeat. He said Chioma urged him to go out and hold his head high, telling him: “Be humble in victory and gracious in defeat. We’re outside.”​ The singer later shared photos […]

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GRAMMY 2026: I once thought Davido didn’t like me – Omah Lay

Afrobeats star Omah Lay has revealed that he once believed Davido did not like him, a misconception later cleared up before they created their Grammy‑nominated song “With You.” Speaking on the GRAMMY 2026 red carpet with OkayAfrica, Omah Lay said his perception changed after he watched a clip of Davido reacting warmly to his music at a time when he was going through a difficult period personally. “I was in the house, really, and I was going through it when I saw it, and I lost my mind,” he recalled. He admitted he had previously assumed there was tension between them. “It was the fact that I didn’t know Davido was like that. I thought we had a beef. I thought he didn’t like me,” he said. According to Omah Lay, once they finally connected, the misunderstanding disappeared quickly. “It […]

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Davido joins Kuti family as Fela gets Grammy Lifetime Award

Afrobeats star Davido joined members of the Kuti family in Los Angeles for the Grammy Honors Party held in celebration of late Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo Kuti, who is receiving a posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award from the Recording Academy. The event marks Fela as the first African artist to receive the prestigious honour. Videos shared on Instagram by Davido’s logistics manager, Israel DMW, showed Davido with Femi and Yeni Kuti and other team members at the ceremony. Israel captioned one of the clips, calling it “A night for late Fela Anikulapo Kuti… Outside LA.” Fela will be formally recognised at a special ceremony in Los Angeles on Saturday, on the eve of the main Grammy Awards gala. Other Lifetime Achievement Award recipients include global music greats such as Cher, Whitney Houston, Carlos Santana, Paul Simon and Chaka Khan. Fela’s first […]

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Wizkid, Burna Boy, Asake to headline Afro Nation 2026 in Portugal

Afrobeats superstars Wizkid, Burna Boy and Asake have been unveiled as headline acts for Afro Nation 2026 in Portugal. The organisers announced the lineup in a post on X, describing the festival as “the sound of a summer taking shape” and revealing a mix of Afrobeats, R&B, dancehall and amapiano stars. The three day festival will run from July 3 to July 5, 2026, at Praia da Rocha Beach in Portimão, Portugal. Burna Boy will open the show on July 3 alongside South African star Tyla, Asake will headline on July 4, and Wizkid will close the festival on July 5. American R&B singer Kehlani and US rapper Gunna have also been announced as special guests. Other Nigerian artists on the bill include Olamide, Young Jonn, Darkoo, Wande Coal and Mavo, with more names expected to be added. Early access […]

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Wizkid becomes first African artist to hit 10 billion Spotify streams

Nigerian superstar Wizkid has made history as the first African artist to surpass 10 billion streams on Spotify across all credits. The milestone, reached in early January 2026, confirms his status as one of the continent’s most successful global music exports.​ Industry data shows that Wizkid’s catalogue, including solo tracks and collaborations, has steadily grown his audience worldwide over more than a decade. His music blends Afrobeats with RnB, pop and dancehall, helping to push African sounds into the global mainstream.​ The 10 billion mark also places Wizkid ahead of other African stars in total Spotify streams. Recent figures rank Burna Boy at over 9.5 billion streams, Rema at about 5.6 billion, Tems above 4.4 billion and South Africa’s Tyla around 3.7 billion.​ Wizkid’s streaming power is driven by hit songs such as One Dance with Drake, Essence featuring Tems […]

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New Music Friday: Asake, Wizkid, Ayra Starr & More Drop Fire Tracks

🔥 This Week’s Hottest Nigerian Music Drops From Asake’s street anthem to Ayra Starr’s summer bop, this week’s New Music Friday is stacked with hits that’ll dominate playlists for months. Here’s the breakdown: 🎵 Major Releases You Can’t Miss 1. Asake ft. Tiakola – “Badman Gangsta” 🌍 Vibe: Afro-street pop with French flair💬 Key Lyric: “Baby mi, go down low… She love badman gangsta o”🔥 Why Listen? Asake’s first solo drop since February—smooth Yoruba-French flows over P.Priime’s beat. 2. Ayra Starr – “Hot Body” ☀️ Vibe: Summer anthem for the girlies💃 Key Lyric: “Look what a hot body can do”💥 Why Listen? Ayra’s sultry vocals + danceable beat = TikTok challenge incoming. 3. Wizkid’s Feature Bag DJ Tunez ft. Wizkid & Fola – “One Condition”🎧 “Gimme ginger, no show me mercy” → Smooth Afro-fusion Tyla ft. Wizkid – “Dynamite”💣 “Your body bang like dynamite” → The next “Essence”? 4. Fireboy DML – “Dopamine” 🌀 Vibe: Afro-reggae x salsa🎶 Why Listen? Fireboy’s soulful vocals + feel-good […]

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Tyla Stuns Nigerian Titans to Clinch Favourite Afrobeats Artist at 2025 AMAs – Billie Eilish Dominates with Historic Sweep

Tyla’s Triumph: Afrobeats’ New Queen Dethrones Nigerian Giants South Africa’s Tyla made history at the 2025 American Music Awards, defeating Nigerian superstars Wizkid, Tems, Rema, and Asake to claim Favourite Afrobeats Artist. The 22-year-old’s victory for her global hit “Water” marks a seismic shift in the genre’s hierarchy, amplifying her meteoric rise from TikTok sensation to international icon. Afrobeats Upset: Tyla’s Breakout Moment Historic Win: First South African artist to win the AMA Afrobeats category, introduced in 2022. Beating Titans: Toppled Wizkid (2022’s inaugural winner) and Grammy winner Tems. Global Surge: “Water” topped charts in 15 countries, with 1.2 billion Spotify streams. “This award is for every African dreaming big,” Tyla declared, dedicating her win to continental unity. Billie Eilish’s Reign: A Clean Sweep The night’s undisputed queen, Billie Eilish, dominated with seven wins, including: Artist of the Year Album of the Year – HIT ME HARD AND SOFT Song of the Year – BIRDS OF A FEATHER Shock Snubs: Taylor […]

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Ayra Starr en tête des nominations nigérianes, Burna Boy et Tems brillent

Ayra Starr, Burna Boy, Tems, Rema, Shallipopi et d'autres stars africaines font rayonner la musique du continent aux BET Awards 2025. Avec trois nominations, Ayra Starr devient la Nigériane la plus citée cette année, illustrant la domination croissante de l’Afrobeats sur la scène mondiale. 👑 Ayra Starr : L’étoile montante qui fait rayonner le Nigeria 3 nominations : Meilleure artiste R&B/Pop, Révélation de l’année, Meilleure artiste internationale. Lauréate des Headies 2024, Ayra Starr poursuit son ascension grâce à ses tubes planétaires comme “Rhythm & Blues” et ses tournées à guichets fermés. Elle représente une nouvelle génération d’artistes nigérians au rayonnement international. 🌍 Tems, Burna Boy et Rema : Les poids lourds de la scène internationale Tems : Deux nominations pour “Burning” et “Hold On” issus de son album Born In The Wild. Burna Boy : Encore en lice pour le […]

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