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Celebrating Five Years of ‘African Giant’ with Burna Boy

Published by Tope Fakinlede on July 26th, 2024.

Celebrating Five Years of ‘African Giant’ with Burna Boy

African music continues to enchant global audiences with its dynamic rhythms and eclectic blend of genres. At the forefront of this movement is Grammy Award-winning artist Damini Ogulu, known to fans as Burna Boy.

Today, Burna Boy will captivate his global audience on YouTube with a special event marking the fifth anniversary of his acclaimed album, ‘African Giant.’ This performance, part of the YouTube Music Nights series, will showcase Burna Boy in an intimate setting, delighting his 5 million YouTube subscribers.

In anticipation of the event, the 33-year-old artist shared his enthusiasm: “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,” Burna Boy reflected. “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.”

Addy Awofisayo, Head of Music at YouTube Africa, echoed Burna Boy’s sentiments: “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.”

Burna Boy’s innovative blend of dancehall, reggae, Afrobeat, and pop has earned him widespread acclaim. He launched his career with the release of ‘L.I.F.E’ in 2013, followed by two more albums over the next five years, collaborating with notable 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’ propelled Burna Boy to international stardom, earning a nomination for Best World Music Album at the 62nd Grammy Awards. His subsequent album, ‘Twice as Tall,’ released in 2020, reached #54 on the Billboard 200 and #11 on the UK Album Chart, winning the Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album. Continuing his success, Burna Boy released ‘Love, Damini’ in 2022, and achieved his first #1 in the UK with his latest album, ‘I Told Them…’ in 2023. He made history by becoming the first Nigerian artist to sell out New York’s Madison Square Garden and London’s Wembley Stadium.

In this intimate performance, Burna Boy will perform for fans worldwide in a 400-capacity venue, continuing to share his groundbreaking music and celebrate his remarkable journey.