Burna Boy, Asake, and Rema Secure Nominations for 2024 Brit Awards
In a significant recognition of their global impact, Nigerian Afrobeats sensations Burna Boy, Asake, and Rema have secured nominations for the prestigious BRIT Awards, the highest-profile music awards ceremony in the UK.
The nominations place Burna Boy and Asake in the highly competitive International Artist of the Year category, alongside an impressive lineup of global superstars such as SZA, Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, Miley Cyrus, Lanarkshire Del Rey, CMAT, and Caroline Polachek. The trio’s presence underscores the growing influence of Afrobeats on the international music scene.
Rema’s chart-topping track, ‘Calm Down,’ has earned a nomination in the coveted International Song of the Year category. The song will face stiff competition from global hits including Billie Eilish’s ‘What Was I Made For,’ Doja Cat’s ‘Paint The Town Red,’ Miley Cyrus’s ‘Flowers,’ SZA’s ‘Kill Bill,’ Cameroonian diva Libianca’s ‘People,’ and South Africa’s Tyla’s ‘Water.’
Raye takes the lead in nominations for the 2024 Brit Awards with an impressive total of seven, setting a record as the first artist to receive seven nominations in a single year. The diverse lineup of nominees reflects the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of the music industry.
Mark your calendars as the 2024 Brit Awards are set to take place on Saturday, March 2, 2024, and will be broadcasted on ITV1 and ITVX. It promises to be a celebration of musical excellence, with the global recognition of Burna Boy, Asake, and Rema adding an exciting dimension to the event.
