The 2025 Grammy Awards nominees include strong contenders in Best African Music Performance, with artists like Burna Boy, Yemi Alade, and Tems leading the charge. The diverse nominees reflect the growing global influence of African music, showcasing unique collaborations and chart-topping performances.
The 2025 Grammy Awards nominations have been officially announced, and among the standout categories is Best African Music Performance, which has garnered immense attention due to the global success and influence of African artists in recent years. Here are the nominees for this prestigious category:
Best African Music Performance Nominees:
- Yemi Alade – "Tomorrow"
A powerful anthem by one of Africa's most vibrant voices, Yemi Alade has been nominated for her evocative track "Tomorrow," continuing her rise as a global icon in Afro-pop music. - Asake & Wizkid – "MMS"
This collaboration between Nigerian Afrobeat kings Asake and Wizkid fuses Afrobeat with a modern twist, creating a track that's both energetic and deeply rooted in African rhythms. - Chris Brown, Davido & Lojay – "Sensational"
A cross-genre hit blending R&B with Afrobeat influences, this collaboration between Chris Brown, Davido, and Lojay captures the growing synergy between global stars and the African soundscape. - Burna Boy – "Higher"
Already a Grammy winner, Burna Boy’s track "Higher" continues his legacy of blending Afro-fusion with international appeal. His influence on the global music scene is undeniable, and this nomination only further solidifies his place. - Tems – "Love Me JeJe"
After her global success with tracks like "Essence," Tems is back with "Love Me JeJe," a soulful Afrobeat track that showcases her signature sound and emotional depth.
Other Notable Grammy Nominations:
- Best Global Music Album
"Born In The Wild" by Tems
Tems continues her Grammy journey with a nomination for Best Global Music Album, solidifying her role as one of the most influential African artists today. - Best R&B Song
"Burning" by Tems
Another nod for Tems, this time in the R&B category, proving her versatility and widespread influence across multiple genres. - Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical
"Algorithm" by Lucky Daye
With a blend of R&B, soul, and electronic music, Lucky Daye’s "Algorithm" earns a nomination in this category.
The Grammy Awards 2025 ceremony, set to take place in Los Angeles, will certainly be an exciting one for African music, with its strong representation in major categories.
