Burna Boy Makes History as First African Artist Nominated for Grammys Six Consecutive Years

 Nigerian artist Burna Boy, whose real name is Damini Ogulu, has made history by becoming the first African artist to receive Grammy nominations for six consecutive years. This remarkable achievement was confirmed with the release of the 2024 Grammy nominations on November 8, 2024.

 Key Highlights

- **Consecutive Nominations**: Since 2018, Burna Boy has consistently earned nominations, accumulating a total of **11 nominations** throughout his Grammy journey, although he has secured only one win so far.

  - **Current Nomination**: This year, his song "Higher" is nominated in the **Best African Music Performance** category, further solidifying his status as a leading figure in the global music scene.

- **Other Notable Nominations**: Alongside Burna Boy, fellow Nigerian artist Tems has also made waves at the 67th Grammys with three nominations, including **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 these nominations, Tems now boasts a total of **eight Grammy nominations**, making her the Nigerian artist with the highest number of nods this season.

Burna Boy's achievement not only highlights his individual talent but also represents a significant milestone for African artists in the global music industry.