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While she has collaborated with the likes of Drake and Rihanna, 2024 marked the year she fully stepped into her spotlight with the release of her long-awaited debut album, ‘’ – which interpolates Seyi Sodimu’s beloved 1997 hit – became an instant success, reaching No. 1 on the UK Afrobeats Chart and No. 3 on Billboard’s US Afrobeats Songs. Tems debuted the track during her 2024 Coachella set, strategically bridging past African pop icons with contemporary global sounds.
Over a mellow, piano-infused beat by Yo Dibs, Burna reflects on life’s struggles and fleeting nature. The song’s video, reminiscent of Drake’s God’s Plan, shows him visiting his hometown, Port Harcourt, and giving back through his charity, Project PROTECT. This heartfelt approach has resonated widely, with Higher breaking streaming records – 1.3 million Spotify streams on its first day and over 8.6 million YouTube views.
“Sensational” blends Afrobeats with R&B, leveraging Chris Brown’s established presence in the American music industry. This collaboration has amplified its reach, positioning Davido as a global ambassador for the genre. However, the category is stacked with intense competition from Burna Boy, Tems, and Yemi Alade. Asake’s rapid rise and ability to reinvent his sound give him a solid chance at taking home his first Grammy. Speaking of winning, Wizkid’s influence may earn him more chances than the other contenders., marking a milestone in his burgeoning career. This album had a lot ongoing in terms of his evolution and reach, and in the space of months, it has given him a new face.
In the Best African Music, Asake is a formidable contender and could earn the coveted prize with his stellar cross-border influence and technical excellence of ‘MMS’ with Wizkid.
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