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Burna Boy Hits 2B UK Streams, 2nd Nigerian After Wizkid To Hit 1B Brits Plaque by FactsZoneAfrica: 11:00am On Jul 01, 2024 |
In a dazzling ceremony at the London Stadium, Burna Boy, the Nigerian Afro-fusion superstar, was honored with a BRITs plaque for surpassing 1 billion streams in the UK. This achievement makes him the second Nigerian artist to reach this remarkable milestone, following in the footsteps of Wizkid. However, Burna Boy expressed mixed feelings about the recognition, pointing out that he had already surpassed 2 billion UK streams since 2021. The Rise of Burna Boy Burna Boy, born Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, has been a dominant force in the global music scene. His unique blend of Afrobeat, dancehall, reggae, and American rap has captivated audiences worldwide. From his breakout single "Like to Party" in 2012 to his Grammy-winning album "Twice as Tall," Burna Boy has consistently pushed the boundaries of music and brought African sounds to the forefront. The Significance of the BRITs Plaque The recognition of Burna Boy's streaming success by the BRIT Awards is significant for several reasons. Firstly, it marks a major achievement for African music, showcasing its growing influence and acceptance in mainstream music markets. Burna Boy's success follows that of Wizkid, who was the first Nigerian artist to surpass 1 billion streams in the UK. Together, they represent a new wave of African artists breaking barriers and gaining international acclaim. Surpassing 1 Billion Streams in the UK Continue Reading: https://africafactszone.com/burna-boy-1b-brits-plaque/ FOLLOW US TWITTER https://twitter.com/FactsZoneAfrica FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaNpazG30LKX6YFPUG1U SubCribe To Our YOUTUBE For More Latest Update Across Africa https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6hkexgFHxN5dHpprwiafkg
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Re: Burna Boy Hits 2B UK Streams, 2nd Nigerian After Wizkid To Hit 1B Brits Plaque by DevilsEqual(m): 11:14am On Jul 01, 2024 |
Davido has his reward in Chioma Wiz and Burna have the greater ones here |
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