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  • Burna Boy lists five artistes who impacted his musical career

    Burna Boy lists five artistes who impacted his musical career

    Grammy-winner, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has listed the top Nigerian music artistes who impacted his career.

    The self-acclaimed African Giant paid tributes to the musicians while responding to a question raised by a fan during a recent Instagram live session with his fans.

    Burna Boy mentioned 2Baba, Timaya, D’banj, Larry Gaaga, and Wande Coal as the artistes he respects in the music industry.

    The Grammy winner described Timaya as “my number one OG who showed me, brotherly love”. He also recalled his encounter with Timaya in 2012 and the advice he received from him.

    He said: “The only OGs I can say, wey be say did some sh*ts that were impactful for me, number one Timaya. Because that is the nigga that always showed me like this guy you be…,” he said.

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    “Bro I went to Timaya’s house in 2013 or 2012, I saw all the cars and I was like ‘bro, how long does someone have to sing before he can get all these and build a house?’ And he said, ‘Do you know how many cars you will have?’ So that’s the ni**a that you can say that I am going to have to respect for the rest of my life.

    “There are ni**as like D’banj. D’banj actually paid for ‘Won Da Mo’ video. He did not have to. These are two ni**as that I really do not play with.

    “Not that ni**as do not have respect, ni**as have just been through a lot that we do not even remember people we saw in the dark times.

    “People like Larry Gaaga. He stood by me back then. So these are people I will respect for the rest of my life.

    “When you’re talking about OGs, as far as I’m concerned, those names are the only ones in addition to 2Face based on musicality and the fact that he did a feature with me when he didn’t have to back in the day. These are OGs to me. Any other person isn’t an OG to me. ID Cabasa, you can meet Olamide and you can be an OG to him [laughs]. We’ve all been through stuff differently and we all see life differently.

    “I can’t forget Wande Coal, too. At a point in time, we were so close,” he said.

  • 2Baba, Timaya, D’Banj only OGs I respect – Burna Boy

    2Baba, Timaya, D’Banj only OGs I respect – Burna Boy

    Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy has given accolades to music icons, tagging them as inspirations to his current achievements and success. 

    He said 2Baba, Timaya, D’banj, Larry Gaaga, and Wande Coal are the only veterans he respects in the Nigerian music industry.

    According to him, they are the only legends who have impacted his life and career.

    Burna Boy stated this while reacting to veteran producer ID Cabasa’s recent call on Nigerian singers, urging them to respect legends.

    During a recent Instagram live session with fans, he said: “The only OGs who have impacted my life; number one, Timaya, because he is the one who showed me that achieving stardom was possible. I’m going to respect him for the rest of my life.

    Read Also: Burna Boy: All you need to know about Grammy winner’s Lekki home

    “D’banj also supported me back then. He paid for ‘Wan Da Mo’ video. These are two people I don’t joke with. It’s not like n*ggas don’t have respect, no, n*ggas have just been through a lot and we only remember the people we saw in the dark times. People like Larry Gaaga. He stood by me back then. So these are people I will respect for the rest of my life.

    “When you’re talking about OGs, as far as I’m concerned, those names are the only ones in addition to 2Face based on musicality and the fact that he did a feature with me when he didn’t have to back in the days. These are OGs to me. Any other person isn’t an OG to me. ID Cabasa, you can meet Olamide and you can be an OG to him [laughs]. We’ve all been through stuff differently and we all see life differently.

    “I can’t forget Wande Coal, too. At a point in time, we were so close.”

  • Why I don’t want to have kids yet – Burna Boy

    Why I don’t want to have kids yet – Burna Boy

    Award-winning singer, Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy, has explained reasons for not wanting to have kids yet.

    According to the 32-year-old, he is not ready to be a father yet because he can’t give the kids the attention they rightfully deserve.

    The ‘African Giant’ hitmaker stated this during a question and answer session with his fans during a recent Instagram live session with fans.

    He  explained that he would have children when he is fully settled.

    Read Also: Burna Boy cancels Netherlands’ concert, promises tickets refund

    He said: “Why haven’t I had kids yet? Bro, because I don’t want to have kids yet.

    “Have you seen my mum the way she loves me? Have you seen my dad the way he loves me?I know I can’t give that to anyone right now with the life I’m living. So until I’m settled and I can be there for my children everyday, I’m not having no kid.

    “I feel like my kids deserved better than I got. And I got both my mum and dad so you understand?”

    On the allegations that he is impotent, Burna Boy said: “When I see the bants and the things people say [about me not being able to have kids], I said this is unimportant. Let’s assume that it is true that I couldn’t even have kids, you know that there’s something called IVF? But that is not even true.”

  • Burna Boy cancels Netherlands’ concert, promises tickets refund

    Burna Boy cancels Netherlands’ concert, promises tickets refund

    Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy has called off his much-anticipated concert at the Johan Cruyff Arena Stadium in Netherlands. 

    Burna Boy’s concert was set to take place on June 9 but the cancellation comes as a result of the event organisers allegedly not fulfilling their end of the agreement.

    The music star broke the news tofans on Instagram.

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    Burna Boy expressed disappointment over the situation and assured that those who purchased tickets will receive a full refund directly from the original point of sale within the next 30 days.

    Burna Boy said: “We regret to inform you that due to a failure by the event organisers to meet their contracted obligations, Burna Boy’s concert at the stadium on June 9th 2024 has been cancelled.

    “All ticket buyers will be refunded from point of purchase within 30 days.
    Love you and see you soon”.

  • Burna Boy: All you need to know about Grammy winner’s Lekki home

    Burna Boy: All you need to know about Grammy winner’s Lekki home

    Grammy winner Burna Boy’s palatial home in Lagos is one of the few designs that has caught many of his peers and colleagues’ fancy since he moved in a few months before the lockdown that was occasioned by COVID-19 breakout across the world.

    According to information, the architectural story of the multi-million Naira property kicked off May 16, 2019 and was completed by December 2019.

    The two-story Lekki house is a 13,000-square-foot colossal structure with a calming beige and grey façade that remains dear to the self-acclaimed African Giant.

    Brimming with all the hallmarks of contemporary luxury living, the magnificent home has played host to Burna Boy’s ex-girlfriend and British-Jamaican singer, Stefflon Don amidst other close-knit aides.

    The 32-year-old singer introduced some parts of the house to fans and the world in the video of his hit single, ‘Last last,’ which marked his directorial debut. The video had shots of the owner’s private terrace, which leads to his primary bedroom suite, a giant sized swimming pool, sunken lounge, large garden, plaques, and his cars.

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    The 7-bedroom boasts of high ceilings, a private cinema, lounges, vinyl room, and a game room, a music recording studio, gym, and bedrooms. Easily spotted features are paintings in the living room, which were done by Burna Boy’s younger sister, Nissi.

    According to Burna Boy, the vinyl room is where he gets his inspirations from whenever he needs to create music. Situated in the room are a record player and hundreds of records, many of which Burna Boy said were gifted to him by his grandfather, Benson Idonije. In the same room is a family wall of pictures that brings memories for the singer. “This (the vinyl room) is where the vibe is,” Burna Boy says.

    In the living room, which oversees the blue-tile pool with a built-in bar and large garden, are Nemo Monoblock armchairs valued at $2,460 per piece and Thatcher wingback chairs which are valued at $1,699 per piece.

    Two of the seven-bedrooms in the home are occupied by Burna Boy’s two sisters, Roni and Nissi. Both Roni and Nissi’s rooms are situated on the first floor and decorated to their individual tastes.

    On the second floor is a room that houses Burna Boy’s plaques like his Grammy awards, record sales plaques. The room also has a stock-in bar. Also on the second floor is a private cinema, where he takes private time to watch movies. As a rule, shoes go off before entering the cinema room and hung on the walls of the cinema are posters of his most favourite films of all time.

    “I think this wall just shows you how to win my heart. Every little movie time, I come in with snacks and fridge stock,” he said about his cinema.

    On the same floor and the private terrace, which leads to his primary bedroom suite, is a garden, which Burna referred to as his private garden. He says he takes his time to say his prayer in the garden every morning when he is in Nigeria.

    Inside Burna Boy’s bedroom is a dressing room that houses several pairs of sneakers, footwear and shoes, accessories and more. The room has two bedside lamps made from trumpets.

  • Burna Boy introduced live band into afrobeats, says Ruger

    Burna Boy introduced live band into afrobeats, says Ruger

    Popular singer, Ruger has said that his senior colleague and Grammy-winning artist, Burna Boy introduced the live band’s trend into Afrobeats’ performance.

    According to him, before the discovery of live bands by Burna Boy, most Afrobeats artists performed with DJs on stage.

    He argued that Burna Boy made live performance “enjoyable.”

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    Speaking in a recent chat with Billboard alongside BNXN, Ruger said: “Before Burna Boy started this live band thing most Afrobeats artists would just go on stage with their DJs and bounce, Burna boy makes live performance enjoyable.

    Davido is a leader, and many people follow in his footsteps likewise, Wizkid too is a leader so just choose who you wanna follow.”

  • Burna Boy writes to 21 Savage for making Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people

    Burna Boy writes to 21 Savage for making Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people

    Grammy-winning singer Burna Boy has penned down a tribute for US-based British rapper, 21 Savage, who was named one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2024.

    Burna Boy praised his authentic and refreshingly genuine approach to rap in the tribute he shared on the website.

    He wrote: “I trust my gut when it comes to my music and collaborations, and I find myself naturally drawn to artists like 21 Savage—those who remain grounded in their convictions and consistently defy the constraints imposed upon them.

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    “Like 21 [Savage], I know what it’s like to rise above challenging beginnings, and it makes his success all that much more remarkable. Throughout his work—including on his newest album, American Dream, which opens with a reflection by his mother on their immigration story—21 maintains an authenticity that resonates deeply.

    “His approach to rap is refreshingly genuine; he speaks to us in a relatable way, effortlessly navigating the complexities of the genre. Whether he tackles weighty subjects or offers moments of levity, his delivery remains compelling.”

    Burna Boy said he had the privilege of sharing “one of my most significant milestones with 21, performing with him at the Grammys.”

    He added: “I’m excited to witness the greater evolution of his artistry and the impact he continues to make on the world stage.”

    The Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People recognition honours individuals who have made a significant impact on the world through their art, activism, and cultural influence.

  • Burna Boy makes Times Magazine’s top 100 most influential people

    Burna Boy makes Times Magazine’s top 100 most influential people

    Grammy-winning singer, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy has joined the list of the Most Influential People of 2024.

    The multi-winning artist was named by Times Magazine as one of the Top 100 Most Influential People of 2024.

    According to the publication, TIME released the TIME 100, a list of the individuals who they believe had the most impact on the stories that defined the year.

    Penning a tribute to Burna Boy, veteran singer, Angelique Kidjo, stated that ten years ago, young African musicians came to her for advice.

    She said she always told them not to mimic American artists, saying the world needs the amazing richness and beauty of traditional African music.

    In 2023, he became the first African artist to sell out a U.S. stadium, and in 2024, he became the first Afrobeats artist to sing at the Grammys.

    Read Also: Burna Boy makes Essence list of ‘World Sexiest Men’

    In a statement on Wednesday, April 17, Times magazine said: “We spend months discussing who belongs on the TIME100, the people who we believe most changed the stories that define the past year.”

    Kidjo said: “Ten years ago or so when young African musicians would come to me for advice, I would tell them, ‘You don’t need to mimic American artists! The world needs the amazing richness and beauty of our traditional African music and our culture. This land is where most of modern music comes from. This source of inspiration is inexhaustible. Its freshness and its elegance will get the world’s attention for sure.’

  • Burna Boy makes Essence list of ‘World Sexiest Men’

    Burna Boy makes Essence list of ‘World Sexiest Men’

    Grammy-winning singer Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy, has been been made American magazine Essence’s list of the “Sexiest men Of the moment”.

    The list, which was headlined by British movie star, Damson Idris, was contained in the inaugural issue of Essence Sexiest Men of the moment magazine.

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    “Beyond the obvious physical attributes, Burna Boy’s appeal lies in his distinctly African swag. 

    “His voice and presence command the stage, he has impeccable style, and is always perfectly groomed and iced out. Ladies love it!,” Rivea Ruff, Essence Entertainment Editor said about Burna Boy.

    The list also includes Usher, Trevente Rhodes, Daniel Kaluuya, Colman and Skepta, while Burna Boy is the only Afrobeats artist on the list.

  • Psych: Rihanna inspires me, but Burna Boy’s rise is overwhelming

    Psych: Rihanna inspires me, but Burna Boy’s rise is overwhelming

    Favour Peter, aka Psych, has revealed her unwavering passion for music, tracing it back to her childhood.

    Recalling her early years, she said: “I was always complimented on my sound, so I already knew I was good at music since I was about 9 years old.”

    Despite facing moments of doubt and the temptation to give up, Psych remained steadfast in her pursuit of music, starting her journey at the age of 14-15 and never looking back.

    “My passion for music will never change because I know music to be a very powerful tool of enlightenment, encouragement and empowerment. This is why I would always love music and make music.

    “It can be lucrative too but look at how uplifting Burna Boy’s ‘city boy’ can be when your adrenaline is low or how encouraging his “how bad could it be” sounds on bad days or how Michael Jackson’s “black or white” track could make a racist rethink. It’s more than enough reason to keep the fire of passion for music burning in me,” she said.

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    She picked her soul-healing style of music from Grammy award winning Rihanna, while she draws inspiration from Nigeria’s Burna Boy of how he rose from grassroot to stardom.

    “I love all genres of music. Music truly lives and resonates within me, however I make dancehall and afro pop music. I was inspired by many different artists, from Fela to Michael Jackson and Tuface,  but I saw myself in the singer Rihanna. It was mostly the way music could heal the soul and make almost any situation feel better.

    “Rihanna inspires me so much that I see myself in her. But the person who’s story inspires me in the nigerian music scene is Burna Boy, his rise from underrated to top rated status is overwhelming and it reminds me of the street adage “na who give up fuck up”,” she revealed.