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Nigerian Nominees at the 67th Grammy Awards and Their Winning Prospects

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Nigerian Nominees at the 67th Grammy Awards and Their Winning Prospects

The 67th Annual Grammy Awards, set to take place on February 2, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, promises to be a thrilling event for Nigerian music fans. With multiple Nigerian artists nominated across key categories, this year marks another significant milestone in the global recognition of Afrobeats and African music as a whole.

From Burna Boy and Tems to Asake and Rema, let’s dive into the Nigerian artists nominated for the prestigious award, their respective categories, and their chances of bringing home the prestigious golden gramophone.

Nigerian Nominees at the 67th Grammy Awards

1. Best African Music Performance

This category, introduced at the 2024 Grammy Awards, highlights the growing influence of African music on the global stage. It features a mix of Afrobeats, Afropop, and other African sounds.

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The Nigerian nominees in this category are:

1. Yemi Alade—”Tomorrow“: With this uplifting track, Yemi Alade secures her first-ever Grammy nomination. Over the years, she has been a strong ambassador of African music, earning the title “Mama Africa” for her cross-continental appeal.

Nigerian Nominees at the 67th Grammy Awards and Their Winning Prospects

2. Asake & Wizkid – “MMS”: Asake bags his second Grammy nomination following his 2024 nod. Wizkid, a previous winner, earns his fifth nomination. This collaboration blends Asake’s signature Fuji-infused Afrobeats with Wizkid’s smooth, melodic delivery.

Nigerian Nominees at the 67th Grammy Awards and Their Winning Prospects

3. Chris Brown featuring Davido & Lojay – “Sensational”: Davido scores his fourth Grammy nomination, continuing his strong international presence. Lojay receives his first Grammy nod, marking a significant breakthrough in his career.

Nigerian Nominees at the 67th Grammy Awards and Their Winning Prospects

4. Burna Boy – “Higher”: With 11 Grammy nominations in his career, Burna Boy remains a dominant force in African music. This nomination follows his previous wins, including Best Global Music Album for Twice as Tall (2021).

Nigerian Nominees at the 67th Grammy Awards and Their Winning Prospects

5. Tems – “Love Me Jeje”: Tems continues her Grammy streak with this nomination. Following her Grammy win in 2023 for her contribution to Wait for U with Future and Drake, she is now a regular.

Nigerian Nominees at the 67th Grammy Awards and Their Winning Prospects

2. Best Global Music Album

This category celebrates albums that incorporate diverse international music influences, with Nigerian artists making a strong showing:

1. Tems – Born in the Wild: Tems earns another nomination, this time for her debut studio album. Born in the Wild showcases her unique blend of R&B, Afro-fusion, and soul.

2. Rema – Heis: Rema’s album Heis earned him a Grammy nod, further solidifying his position as a leading voice in Afrobeats. His hit “Calm Down” (with Selena Gomez) was a global phenomenon, contributing to his rising success.

Nigerian Nominees at the 67th Grammy Awards and Their Winning Prospects

3. Best R&B Song

Tems makes history as the first Nigerian artist ever nominated in this category, proving her versatility beyond Afrobeats.

Tems – “Burning”: The track, a standout from Born in the Wild, showcases her soulful R&B vocals. This nomination highlights her global impact beyond the Afrobeats genre.

Nigerian Artists’ Winning Prospects

With multiple nominations across key categories, Nigerian artists have a strong chance of bringing home Grammy awards in 2025. Here’s a breakdown of their possible wins:

1. Best African Music Performance – Strongest Contenders

  • Burna Boy (“Higher”) – A previous Grammy winner with a strong global fan base, he is one of the favourites in this category.
  • Tems (“Love Me Jeje”) – With her Grammy track record and international appeal, she stands a great chance.
  • Asake & Wizkid (“MMS”) – The combination of Asake’s raw street vibe and Wizkid’s global influence makes this a strong contender.

2. Best Global Music Album – Strongest Contenders

  • Tems (Born in the Wild) – Given her Grammy success in previous years, this album could be a breakthrough win.
  • Rema (Heis) – His rising dominance in the Afrobeats scene makes him a potential winner, especially with his global streaming numbers.

3. Best R&B Song – Can Tems Make History?

  • Tems (“Burning”) – If she wins, she will become the first Nigerian artist to win a Grammy in an R&B category, a major achievement for both her and Nigerian music.

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Nigerian Nominees at the 67th Grammy Awards and Their Winning Prospects

With multiple nominations across different categories, Nigerian artists are set to make history once again at the 67th Grammy Awards.

The inclusion of Afrobeats in global music categories reflects the genre’s unstoppable rise. With stars like Burna Boy, Tems, and Rema leading the charge, Nigeria’s influence on the world stage is undeniable.

Whether they win or not, the nominations alone prove one thing: Nigerian music is no longer just a trend—it’s a global powerhouse. 🎶🌍🏆

What are your thoughts on the Nigerian nominees? Which artist do you think will win? 

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