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Published on 2024-04-02 08:47:27
Nigerian singer Burna Boy broke his streak of disappointing outings at award ceremonies by winning the Best African Music Artist at the 2024 iHeart Radio Music Awards in the United States. The prestigious event took place live on FOX, hosted by rapper Ludacris. Another Nigerian artist, Rema, also had a notable win with his song ‘Calm Down’ featuring Selena Gomez, which won the Best Collaboration of the Year award.
The 2024 iHeart Radio Music Awards saw American pop star Beyoncé receiving the iHeart Innovator Award, and Cher being honored with the iHeart Icon Award. However, it was Taylor Swift who stole the show, leading the winners’ list with an impressive six awards. Swift took home accolades for Artist of the Year, Pop Artist of the Year, Tour of the Year, Best Lyrics, TikTok Bop of the Year, and Favorite Tour Style.
Burna Boy and Rema now stand alongside Wizkid and Tems as the only Nigerian artists to have won iHeart Radio Music Awards. Prior to his recent success, Burna Boy had faced several disappointments, missing out on multiple nominations at prestigious award shows like the 2023 BET Hip-hop Awards, the 2024 Grammys, the 2024 NAACP Image Awards, and the 2024 Brit Awards where he lost in the Best International Artist of the Year category.
With this recent triumph at the iHeart Radio Music Awards, Burna Boy has finally broken his losing streak and solidified his position as a top African music artist. His resilience and talent have now been recognized on a global stage, bringing pride to both himself and his Nigerian fans. The win also serves as a reminder of the diverse and rich musical talent coming out of Nigeria, showcasing the country’s impact and influence on the global music scene.
Overall, the 2024 iHeart Radio Music Awards proved to be a night of celebration and recognition for talented artists across different genres. With stars like Burna Boy, Rema, Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, and Cher being honored, the event highlighted the diversity and excellence present in the music industry. Nigerian artists continue to make their mark internationally, proving that their talent knows no bounds.
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