Burna Boy, the famous Nigerian singer known for his hit songs, has made history by becoming the first African artist to earn Grammy nominations for six consecutive years. This is a major milestone for Burna Boy, who has been recognized at the Grammys every year since 2018, a rare achievement for African artists.

So far, Burna Boy has received a total of 11 Grammy nominations, with one win under his belt. His latest nomination is for his song “Higher,” which is up for Best African Music Performance at this year’s Grammy Awards.

Alongside Burna Boy, another Nigerian artist making waves at the 67th Grammy Awards is Tems. She leads the way as the Nigerian artist with the most nominations this year, earning three nods in various categories. Tems was nominated for Best Global Music Album for Born In The Wild, Best African Music Performance for Love Me Jeje, and Best R&B Song for Burning. With a total of eight Grammy nominations, Tems continues to rise in global recognition.

Burna Boy and Tems are both shining examples of Nigerian talent making their mark on the world stage. Their achievements at the Grammys highlight the growing influence of African music internationally.