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The Digest:

The 2025 Grammy nominations for Best African Music Performance have been unveiled, showcasing a dominant wave of Nigerian talent. According to official announcements, the category is heavily represented by Afrobeats giants, including Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid, Ayra Starr, and Omah Lay, highlighting the genre's continued global ascent and artistic depth.

Key Points:
  • Burna Boy earns a nomination for his track "Love."
  • Davido and Omah Lay are nominated for their collaboration "With You."
  • Ayra Starr and Wizkid are nominated for the song "Gimme Dat."
  • The category also includes "Hope & Love" by Eddy Kenzo & Mehran Matin
  • South Africa's Tyla is nominated for "PUSH 2 START"
  • The list confirms Nigeria's central role in the African music landscape
  • The awards ceremony will decide the ultimate winner
This collective recognition not only celebrates individual hits but also signals the unstoppable rise of a cultural movement, proving that from the studio to the world stage, these artists are truly Rooted in the Storm.

Sources: Recording Academy / Grammy.com
Tags: Grammy Awards, Nigerian Music, Burna Boy, Davido, Wizkid,