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Burna Boy Recalls Timaya’s Impact on His Career
13Feb By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Burna Boy Recalls Timaya’s Impact on His Career

Sharing his journey to stardom on Twitter, Burna Boy reaffirmed his status as the best after Fela, a Nigerian music legend. The singer revealed that his mindset shifted after a conversation with Timaya, who told him that "the world can do without the best". Burna Boy's tweet read: Addressing questions about afrobeat's status between 2010-2018, Burna Boy insisted that nobody paved the way for him. He emphasized that prior to his emergence, Nigerian artists had to plea and pay to have their music heard internationally. He claimed credit for elevating the respect African musicians now command. His post stated:
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So Dekunle’s Iq Is Lower? – Fans Question Simi As She Sparks Controversy On Twitter
9Feb By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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So Dekunle’s Iq Is Lower? – Fans Question Simi As She Sparks Controversy On Twitter

Fans Question Simi As She Sparks Controversy On Twitter Nigerian music diva Simisola Kosoko, wife of Nigerian highlife singer, Adekunle Gold Kosoko, professionally called Simi , has just sparked controversy on Twitter. One needs to pick his/her words when speaking to Nigerians, because of the way they twist words, as a result of their high level of understanding. It is just some couple of hours ago after Simi mistakenly wrote sin instead of son in a comment box of Davido’s post on Instagram while trying to appreciate his family. Simi gets queried and questioned again on Twitter, see what she tweeted below: Fans Question Simi As She Sparks Controversy On Twitter Fans Question Simi As She Sparks Controversy On Twitter Fans Question Simi As She Sparks Controversy On Twitter ...
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Engaging Discussion Between Angelique Kidjo, Burna Boy, and Bose Ogulu
31Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Engaging Discussion Between Angelique Kidjo, Burna Boy, and Bose Ogulu

During her visit to Lagos, Angelique Kidjo was captured engaging in an animated conversation with Burna Boy and his mother, Bose Ogulu. In the video, Angelique, who won the Best World Music Album at the 62nd Grammy Awards, can be seen speaking enthusiastically, while Burna and his mother listened attentively with smiles on their faces. Watch the video below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) on J...
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“Shade Ladipo’s Reaction to Burna Boy’s Grammy Award Loss”
29Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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“Shade Ladipo’s Reaction to Burna Boy’s Grammy Award Loss”

After Burna Boy lost the Grammy Award, Shade Ladipo responded to those who claimed he was "cheated" out of winning.   Burna was nominated in the category for Best World Music Album but he lost to legendary Beninese singer, Angelique Kidjo.   Contrary to popular opinion, media personality, Shade Ladipo believes that Burna Boy's loss was not unfair and she expressed her thoughts in a video.   Shade Ladipo emphasized that even Burna Boy himself acknowledges that it's an "honour" to have been nominated alongside the legendary Angelique.   She added: "If Fela was alive, Fela and Angelique Kidjo, they're mates."   She went on to reinforce the idea that the person Burna Boy looks up to - Fela - is in the same league as Angelique.   Sharing the video, she wrote:    #MyFellowHumans It’s bee...
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Naomi Campbell’s Open Letter to Grammy Awards Organizers Regarding Burna Boy’s Loss at the 2020 Edition
28Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Naomi Campbell’s Open Letter to Grammy Awards Organizers Regarding Burna Boy’s Loss at the 2020 Edition

The supermodel Naomi Campbell recently addressed the organizers of the Grammy Awards in an open letter following Burna Boy's loss to Angelique Kidjo at the 2020 edition of the awards.    In her letter, Campbell commended Angelique for her ability to spread light and open minds through her music. She expressed her belief that Burna Boy has not received the recognition he deserves due to lack of education.    Naomi Campbell raised concerns about the categorization of afrobeats in the 'World Music' category at the 2020 Grammys, stating that it diminished an entire genre that has produced a high standard of talent. She questioned the recording academy about the voting pattern of the category and urged them to reconsider their perspective on 'World Music' over the next 363 days.    In the...
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Nigerian Therapist’s Opinion on Burna Boy’s Grammy Award
27Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Nigerian Therapist’s Opinion on Burna Boy’s Grammy Award

Beninese singer-songwriter, Angelique Kidjo, emerged as the winner of the Grammy Award in the World Best Music Album category, beating Nigeria's Burna Boy, Altin Gün, Nathalie Joachim, Spektral Quartet, and others.   Expressing her thoughts, Nigerian therapist Oyinkansola Alabi shared that despite her admiration for Burna Boy's dedication, she didn't wish for him to clinch the highly coveted award. She confessed, "Even though I love his diligence, I really didn't want him to win. I thought the Grammy award would ruin him. I was scared of his attitude towards fame and money. I, however, think that his real award is the global recognition and the fact that he contested with a legend. So congratulations, Oluwaburna, may God increase your greatness and may...
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Nigerians’ Response to Burna Boy’s Grammy Loss after Angelique Kidjo’s Dedication
27Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Nigerians’ Response to Burna Boy’s Grammy Loss after Angelique Kidjo’s Dedication

At the 2020 Grammy awards, Angelique Kidjo won the Best World Music Album award, surpassing other nominees that included Burna Boy, Nathalie Joachim, Altin Gun, and Bokante.     Upon receiving the award, Angelique Kidjo dedicated it to Burna Boy, stating that the Nigerian artiste was one of the few African artists changing the way African music is perceived in the Western world.   Nigerians took to social media to express their reactions to Burna Boy's loss. Some believe he deserved to win, while others argued that Angelique Kidjo is a bigger artist and was more deserving of the award.   Below are some of the reactions:  
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Angelique Kidjo Dedicates Grammy Award to Burna Boy After Beating Him to It
27Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Angelique Kidjo Dedicates Grammy Award to Burna Boy After Beating Him to It

On Sunday night at the 62nd Grammy Awards in Staples Center, Los Angeles, legendary singer Angelique Kidjo won the Best World Music Album, surpassing Burna Boy and other talented artists. Angelique Kidjo not only received the award graciously but also dedicated it to Burna Boy, acknowledging his hard work over the last year. Watch the video below Although Burna Boy did not win, Angelique Kidjo dedicated the Award to him! He’s made us so far 💚🇳🇬🦍#GRAMMYs #Grammys2020 pic.twitter.com/XSypGu1YPX — UCHEKUSH 🇳🇬 (@UcheofLagos) January 26, 2020
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Angelique Kidjo beats Burna Boy to win 'Best World Music Album' at the 2020 Grammys
27Jan By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Angelique Kidjo beats Burna Boy to win 'Best World Music Album' at the 2020 Grammys

The 2020 Grammy award for Best World Music Album was claimed by Angelique Kidjo, triumphing over Burna Boy and other nominees including Nathalie Joachim, Altin Gun, and Bokante. This marks Kidjo's fourth win, with her album titled "Celia." During her acceptance speech, Kidjo honored Burna Boy, recognizing him as one of the emerging African superstars making a global impact. For the full acceptance speech, you can view the video below.
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