A report by News Ghana confirms that Burna Boy has secured two nominations for the 68th Grammy Awards, making him the most nominated African artist in the history of the ceremony. The “City Boys” crooner is up for Best African Music Performance for his track “Love” and Best Global Music Album for No Sign of Weakness. This marks his seventh consecutive year receiving a nod from the Recording Academy, further solidifying his status as a global heavyweight.
Legit.ng validated the nominations, quoting industry analysts: “Burna Boy’s consistency is unmatched; he has turned the Grammys into an annual tradition.” Meanwhile, Pulse Nigeria highlighted the competitive nature of his categories, noting: “The Best African Music Performance category features a heavy Nigerian presence, including Davido and Ayra Starr.”
Echotitbits take:
Burna Boy is no longer just competing with his peers; he is competing with his own legacy. These nominations prove that his pivot toward a more global, “Global Music” sound hasn’t alienated the Academy. If he wins Best Global Music Album again, he firmly cements himself as the definitive face of modern African music exports.
Source: News Ghana — https://www.newsghana.com.gh/five-nigerian-artists-nominated-for-2026-grammy-awards/ January 31, 2026
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