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  • Burna Boy falls again after 12 years

    Burna Boy falls again after 12 years

    By Kayowa Adegboyega

    Award winning music superstar, Damini Ogulu aka Burna Boy, has fallen off the stage during performance again after 12 years.

    Burna Boy, who was suspected to have been blinded by his own shades during his performance, fell down whilst performing his hit track ‘Like To Party’ at the 2012 edition of the Headies awards at the Eko Convention Centre.

    The energetic performer was quick to return to the stage where he continued with his performance.

    12 years after the epic fall off the stage, Burna Boy has fallen while performing his songs to a multitude of fans.

    The fall, just like his first fall, has become the focal point of social media conversations that have gone viral.

    Again, like the first fall at the Headies awards, the second fall took place during a YouTube Live concert held to celebrate the fifth anniversary of his breakthrough album, ‘African Giant.’

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    While performing his high-energy dance moves, the star lost his footing on one of the stage speakers and nearly tumbled into the iron railings below.

    Thankfully, Burna Boy emerged unscathed, much to the relief of his fans.

    However, unlike the first fall where he got to his feet and back on the stage all by himself, the second fall resulted in a brief pause in the concert as crew members assisted him back to his feet.

    The concert was part of the celebrations for the fifth anniversary of African Giant, the album that catapulted Burna Boy to international fame and earned him his first Grammy nomination. The body of work solidified his status as a global music icon.

    On Monday, July 29, Burna Boy announced the release of his eighth album.

  • Burna Boy denies receiving gifts from politicians amid protests

    Burna Boy denies receiving gifts from politicians amid protests

    Amid the ongoing #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests, Burna Boy has denied receiving any gift or support from politicians, including former Governor Nyesom Wike.

    He stated: “No politician has ever given anything. Go ask Wike where the land him give me or which money him give me. You think I’m your faves.”

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    Burna Boy distanced himself from political affiliations and rumors of receiving favors from politicians.

    This comes as protesters demand an end to bad governance and corruption in Nigeria with some incidents of violence and looting reported.

  • Burna Boy shares insights on Nigerian society in new song

    Burna Boy shares insights on Nigerian society in new song

    Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy has released a snippet of his upcoming song “Empty Chairs”, offering a glimpse into his thoughts on Nigerian society.

    In the song, Burna Boy touches on the challenges faced by individuals who achieve success without political involvement. 

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    He also addresses the shift of criticism from physical spaces to online platforms.

    The song is part of his forthcoming album “No Sign Of Weakness”. 

    “If you no be politician and you manage get rich, them go turn you victim of society.

    “My enemies are no longer on the streets of the road. Now they’re on the internet for the blogs,” he sings in the snippet, which went viral on X on Monday night

  • Burna Boy announces surprise release of new album

    Burna Boy announces surprise release of new album

    Grammy-winning artist, Damini Ogulu, widely known as Burna Boy, stunned his fans by announcing the release of his seventh studio album.

    In a brief message posted on X on Monday morning, Burna Boy revealed that the new album will be available at midnight, without disclosing any additional details such as the title or cover art.

    This unexpected announcement has left fans eagerly awaiting the album, sparking speculation about its title, tracklist, and possible collaborations.

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    This new album will follow Burna Boy’s critically acclaimed previous releases, including “I Told Them…” (2023), “Love, Damini” (2022), “Twice as Tall” (2020), and “African Giant” (2019).

  • Burna Boy celebrates fifth anniversary of ‘African Giant’ with YouTube music night special

    Burna Boy celebrates fifth anniversary of ‘African Giant’ with YouTube music night special

    Grammy-winning Afro-fusion singer Burna Boy marked the 5th anniversary of his critically acclaimed album “African Giant” with a thrilling YouTube Live show. 

    The event, supported by YouTube Music, featured Burna Boy performing songs from the album, which has become a cultural phenomenon and a testament to African pride.

    The album, released in 2019, is a genre-bending blend of Afrobeat, dancehall, pop, and hip-hop, featuring international collaborations with artists like Jorja Smith, Jeremih, Future, Damian Marley, and YG.

    Burna Boy expressed excitement about the event, saying it was an “incredible experience” to celebrate the album’s anniversary with his fans. 

    He thanked YouTube Music for helping create the memorable event and his fans for their unwavering support.

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    He said: “Celebrating the 5th anniversary of ‘African Giant’ with a special performance in London, supported by YouTube Music, has been an incredible experience.

    “This album holds a special place in my heart as it represents a pivotal moment in my career and a powerful statement of African pride.

    “Performing these songs for my fans, who have supported me every step of the way, is a reminder of the journey we’ve shared and the cultural impact we’ve made together. I’m grateful to YouTube Music for helping us create this memorable event and to all my fans for their unwavering support. Here’s to many more years of making music that resonates and inspires.”

    Head of Music at YouTube in Africa, Addy Awofisayo said: “We are thrilled to present Burna Boy on YouTube Music Nights, celebrating the 5th anniversary of his groundbreaking album, African Giant.”

  • Burna Boy achieves milestone in RIAA certification

    Burna Boy achieves milestone in RIAA certification

    Grammy-winning artist Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has equalled Tems’ record as the Nigerian artist with the second-most certified singles in the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) history, with a total of four certified singles each.

    This accomplishment follows the Gold certification of his collaborative single “Location” with British Grime artist Dave, recognising sales of 500,000 units in the United States.

    Burna Boy’s previously certified songs in the US include “Last Last” (Platinum), “Ye” (Gold), and “On The Low” (Gold).

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    Wizkid maintains his position as the most certified Nigerian artist in the US, with a total of seven certified singles.

    In a separate achievement, American rapper J.Cole has earned his first-ever diamond certified single, as his 2019 hit “Middle Child” reaches sales of 10 million units, joining the RIAA diamond league.

    Chart Data announced this milestone on Twitter, stating, “J.Cole earns his first ever @RIAA Diamond single with ‘Middle Child’.”

  • Burna Boy: Five Years of ‘African Giant’

    Burna Boy: Five Years of ‘African Giant’

    The global resonance of African music continues to captivate audiences worldwide, with its vibrant rhythms and unique fusion of genres.

    Among the artists leading this movement is the Grammy Award-winning Damini Ogulu aka Burna Boy.

    Today, Burna Boy will be entertaining fans across the world on YouTube,  a special event that will commemorate the fifth anniversary of his critically acclaimed album, ‘African Giant.’

    The singer, who boasts of 5 million subscribers on YouTube, will grace the stage in an intimate setting as part of YouTube Music Nights.

    In a chat with Burna Boy, the 33-year-old singer expressed his excitement about the event saying, “Celebrating the 5-year anniversary of ‘African Giant’ with a special performance in London, supported by YouTube Music, has been an incredible experience. This album holds a special place in my heart as it represents a pivotal moment in my career and a powerful statement of African pride,” he began.

    Continuing, Burna Boy said, “Performing these songs for my fans, who have supported me every step of the way, is a reminder of the journey we’ve shared and the cultural impact we’ve made together. I’m grateful to YouTube Music for helping us create this memorable event and to all my fans for their unwavering support. Here’s to many more years of making music that resonates and inspires.”

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    In the same vein, Addy Awofisayo, Head of Music at YouTube in Africa said, “We are thrilled to present Burna Boy on YouTube Music Nights, celebrating the 5th anniversary of his groundbreaking album, African Giant. This event exemplifies YouTube’s commitment to showcasing the best of global music and connecting artists with fans in unique and meaningful ways. Burna Boy’s artistry and impact are undeniable, and we can’t wait for the world to experience this special performance.”

    With his fusion of dancehall, reggae, Afrobeat, and pop, Burna Boy is one of Africa’s most celebrated stars. He released his full-length debut, ‘L.I.F.E,’ in 2013 and followed this with two more albums over the next five years, collaborating with artists like J Hus, Fall Out Boy, and Lily Allen. His album ‘Outside’ won the Nigeria Entertainment Award for Album of the Year.

    In 2019, ‘African Giant’ marked his international breakthrough, earning a nomination for Best World Music Album at the 62nd Grammy Awards. His follow-up album, ‘Twice as Tall,’ released in 2020, reached #54 on the Billboard 200 and #11 in the UK Album Chart, winning the Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album. Burna Boy continued his winning streak with ‘Love, Damini,’ released in 2022, and earned his first #1 in the UK with his latest album, ‘I Told Them…’ in 2023. He has also made history by becoming the first Nigerian artist to sell out the prestigious Madison Square Garden in New York and the Wembley Stadium.

    The Nigerian global superstar will perform in an intimate 400-capacity venue for fans worldwide.

  • Burna Boy to host YouTube Music Nights to celebrate ‘African Giant’ 5th year

    Burna Boy to host YouTube Music Nights to celebrate ‘African Giant’ 5th year

    In a milestone celebration, YouTube Music Nights will present a special live concert featuring Burna Boy, marking the 5-year anniversary of his critically acclaimed album, ‘African Giant‘.

    The exclusive event, set for July 26, 2024, will be livestreamed on Burna Boy’s YouTube channel, allowing fans worldwide to join the festivities.

    The intimate performance will showcase hits from the album, including ‘On The Low’, ‘Gbona’, and ‘Killing Dem’, which catapulted Burna Boy to international stardom.

    Released in 2019, ‘African Giant’ earned a Grammy nomination for Best World Music Album and solidified Burna Boy’s position as a global music powerhouse.

    Expressing his excitement about the event Burns Boy said: “Celebrating the 5th anniversary of ‘African Giant’ with a special performance in London, supported by YouTube Music, has been an incredible experience. This album holds a special place in my heart as it represents a pivotal moment in my career and a powerful statement of African pride.”

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    Addy Awofisayo, Head of Music at YouTube in Africa, added: “We are thrilled to present Burna Boy on YouTube Music Nights, celebrating the 5th anniversary of his groundbreaking album, African Giant”.

    The livestream event promises to be an unforgettable night of music, honouring the impact and legacy of ‘African Giant’.

    With 5 million subscribers, Burna Boy’s YouTube channel will host an electrifying celebration, bringing fans closer to the artist and his music.

  • Why Burna Boy remains my celebrity crush – Uriel Oputa

    Why Burna Boy remains my celebrity crush – Uriel Oputa

    Former Big Brother Naija contestant Uriel Oputa has confessed admiration for Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy.

    On her podcast, “Inside Scoop,” Uriel expressed attraction to Burna Boy’s rugged and masculine persona, even jokingly expressing a desire to be “choked” by him.

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    When asked about her celebrity crush, Uriel enthusiastically declared, “Burna boy is my celebrity crush, I like how rugged he is. I love the fact that he has six packs and then he’s a little bit taller.

    “He’s masculine and can be authoritative. I want him to choke me till my eyeballs come out. I don’t care if my eyeballs come out, let him choke me.”

  • Burna Boy makes history with 2 billion streams in the UK

    Burna Boy makes history with 2 billion streams in the UK

    Afrobeats superstar, Burna Boy, has achieved a remarkable milestone, becoming the first African artist to reach two billion streams in the United Kingdom.

    He received a Brit plaque at his sold-out show at Koko Camden in London, marking this impressive feat.

    This achievement comes just weeks after he was presented with a Brit 1 billion streams plaque at his sold-out show at the London Stadium.

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    Burna Boy’s message of perseverance and fighting for one’s rights resonated as he accepted the award.

    Receiving his Brit 2 billion streams plaque, Burna Boy revealed that he fought for it.

    He said: “Thank you very much. I appreciate you. Ehen, now that’s it. You’ve to fight for your right.”

    One of the presenters inferred: “You already have it. You don’t need to fight.”

    Burna Boy rebuffed: “No. You know, we have to fight for our rights.”