Burna Boy’s Reaction to Winning
Burna Boy made history on Sunday when he became the first Nigerian artist to win the best African act at the MTV European Music Awards (EMAs). The 28-year-old singer, whose real name is Damini Ogulu, was up against fellow Africans Sho Madjozi, Yemi Alade, Ozuna and Mr Eazi for the coveted prize. In his acceptance speech, Burna Boy dedicated his award to “the lost souls” of the #EndSARS protests in Nigeria.
“This award is dedicated to all the lost souls during the #EndSARS protests,” he said. “Rest in peace.” The MTV EMAs are one of music’s biggest nights and it was a huge moment for Burna Boy, who has been making waves in the industry for some time now. His latest album, African Giant, was nominated for a Grammy earlier this year and he has collaborated with some of the biggest names in music, including Kendrick Lamar and Major Lazer
Burna Boy’s Career So Far
Burna Boy’s career has been on an upward trajectory since he released his debut album, “L.I.F.E.,” in 2013. The album was well-received by critics and fans alike, and helped to put Burna Boy on the map as one of Africa’s premier music artists.
Since then, Burna Boy has released two more albums, “Outside” and “African Giant,” both of which have been huge commercial and critical successes. He has also collaborated with a number of high-profile artists, including Beyoncé, Wizkid, and SZA.
In 2019, Burna Boy won the Best African Act award at the MTV EMAs, further cementing his status as one of the continent’s leading music talents. With a string of hits under his belt and a rapidly growing international fan base, there’s no doubt that Burna Boy’s career is on fire right now,
The MTV EMAs
The MTV EMAs are an annual awards show that celebrates the best in music from around the world. This year, the award for best African act went to Burna Boy.
Burna Boy is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who has been making waves in the music industry for several years. His music is a mix of Afrobeats, hip-hop, and R&B, and he is known for his powerful lyrics and catchy melodies.
This is the first time that Burna Boy has won an MTV EMA, and he dedicated his award to all the African artists who are making waves on the global stage. He also thanked his fans for their support, and promised to continue making music that makes them proud.
We congratulate Burna Boy on his big win, and we can’t wait to see what he does next.
Burna Boy’s Reaction to Winning
As soon as he was announced as the winner of the Best African Act award at the MTV EMAs, Burna Boy leapt to his feet and celebrated with his team. He was visibly emotional as he accepted the award, and spoke passionately about how Africa is often misunderstood and underrepresented in the mainstream media. “This is for my continent,” he said. “We are often underestimated, but we are a force to be reckoned with.” He went on to thank his fans for their support, and promised to continue making music that represents Africa proudly.
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