- Nigerian singer Burna Boy and Wizkid clinched the Best African Music Artist at the 2024 iHeart Radio Music Awards in the United States.
- The 2024 iHeart Radio Music Awards held live on FOX on Monday night and was hosted by rapper Ludacris.
Nigerian singer Burna Boy has finally broken his winless streak at award ceremonies.
At the 2024 iHeart Radio Music Awards, held live on FOX and hosted by rapper Ludacris, Burna Boy clinched the coveted title of Best African Music Artist in the United States.
This achievement marks a significant milestone for Burna Boy, who had previously missed out on several nominations at other prestigious award shows.
Burna Boy wasn’t the only Nigerian artist making waves at the iHeart Radio Music Awards. Rema, also secured the “Best Collaboration of the Year” award for his track ‘Calm Down,’ featuring Selena Gomez. The collaboration’s success highlights the global impact of Nigerian music and its ability to resonate with audiences worldwide.
Among the international stars honored at the event, American pop icon Beyoncé received the iHeart Innovator Award, recognizing her groundbreaking contributions to the music industry.
The legendary Cher was also bestowed with the iHeart Icon Award, celebrating her influence and iconic status.
Taylor Swift, the chart-topping sensation, dominated the winners’ list, taking home an impressive six awards.
– Artist of the Year
– Pop Artist of the Year
– Tour of the Year
– Best Lyrics
– TikTok Bop of the Year
– Favorite Tour Style
Burna Boy and Rema now stand alongside fellow Nigerian artists Wizkid Tems as the exclusive recipients of iHeart Radio Music Awards.
Their achievements underscore the growing recognition of Nigerian talent on the global stage.
Before last night’s triumph, Burna Boy faced disappointment at various award shows:
– 2023 BET Hip-hop Awards: Seven nominations, no wins.
– 2024 Grammys: Four nominations, no wins.
– 2024 NAACP Image Awards: Six nominations, no wins.
Additionally, across the Atlantic, Burna Boy missed out on the Best International Artist of the Year title at the 2024 Brit Awards.