The 2024 GRAMMY Awards nominations are in, introducing three new categories and bringing Grammy excitement to Nigeria. Burna Boy, Davido, Asake (Olamide), and Ayra Starr make history with their nominations in the Best African Music Performance category.
Explore details of the 66th GRAMMY Awards, including the voting process and the debut of Nigerian stars on the global music stage.
The anticipation for the 2024 GRAMMY Awards has reached a fever pitch as the Recording Academy unveils the nominations for the 66th edition. Set to take place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 4, 2024, the awards ceremony promises an exciting lineup of talent and recognition.
A significant highlight of the 2024 GRAMMYs is the introduction of three new categories, marking a historic moment for the music industry. Best African Music Performance, Best Alternative Jazz Album, and Best Pop Dance Recording join the prestigious list of awards.
These additions come as part of a comprehensive effort by Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. to enhance the fairness, transparency, and accuracy of the GRAMMY Awards process.
In a groundbreaking development, Nigerian music stars have etched their names into the GRAMMY nominations. Burna Boy, a Grammy-award winner, leads the list with an impressive four nominations. Joining him are industry heavyweights Davido, Asake (Olamide), and Ayra Starr, all securing their spots in the Best African Music Performance category.
Davido, in particular, celebrates his inaugural Grammy nomination, marking a significant milestone in his career. The excitement resonates across the Nigerian music scene as Asake (Olamide), and Ayra Starr also make their Grammy debut with well-deserved nominations.
As per the information provided on the Grammy Awards website, here is the nomination lists for Nigeria artist.
Grammy Categories:
Best Melodic Rap Performance
For a solo or collaborative performance containing both elements of R&B melodies and Rap. The nominations are:
- “Sittin On Top Of The World” Burna Boy Featuring 21 Savage
- “Attention” Doja Cat
- “Spin Bout U” Drake & 21 Savage
- “All My Life” Lil Durk Featuring J. Cole
- “Low” SZA
Best Global Music Performance
For new vocal or instrumental Global music recordings. The nominations are:
- “Shadow Forces” Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer & Shahzad Ismaily
- “Alone” Burna Boy
- “FEEL” Davido
- “Milagro Y Disastre” Silvana Estrada
- “Abundance In Millets” Falu & Gaurav Shah (Featuring PM Narendra Modi)
- “Pashto” Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer & Zakir Hussain Featuring Rakesh Chaurasia
- “Todo Colores” Ibrahim Maalouf Featuring Cimafunk & Tank And The Bangas
Best African Music Performance
The nominations are:
- “Amapiano” ASAKE & Olamide
- “City Boys” Burna Boy
- “UNAVAILABLE” Davido Featuring Musa Keys
- “Rush” Ayra Starr
- “Water” Tyla
Best Global Music Album
For albums containing greater than 75% playing time of new vocal or instrumental Global Music recordings. The nominations are:
- “EpifanÃas” Susana Baca
- “History” Bokanté
- “I Told Them” Burna Boy
- “Timeless” Davido
- “This Moment” Shakti
The 2024 GRAMMY Awards usher in a new era of recognition for diverse musical talents, with the voting process contributing to determining the winners, who will be unveiled on Music’s Biggest Night, February 4, 2024.
As the world eagerly awaits the results, the spotlight shines brightly on the Nigerian music industry, amplifying its influence on the global stage.
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