Burna Boy‘s nomination in Best World Music Album category was celebrated with much fanfare especially with the expectation of a win in sight.

Several Nigerian artistes have been nominated in that category but every year, we keep coming up short.

The reason why his win means so much more to us. A win will definitely propel afrobeats to the world the more and also, it will stem Burna Boy‘s name in the history books.

Still, the Grammy isn’t The Headies where one can predict who will win. It’s also not a respecter of big names or rave of the moments.

Who wins the Grammy is decided by the expansive recording academy who cast vote in determining the winners of the categories.

Here Are Reasons That Might Stop Burna Boy From Winning;

1. First Timer On Grammy Nominees’ List
For now, most of Burna Boy‘s successes have happened in the UK and the streaming populace in the US are not aware of his name and so are bulk of the recording academy who will be voting for him.

This means they might rather go for someone who they know and are accustomed to. Probably Angelique Kidjo.


2. Lack Originality In African Giant Album
Most of the songs on African Giant album had samples from Fela Kuti and a fellow nominee in the same category, Angelique Kidjo.

Sampling makes for great pop music because

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you never can tell. God knows