Burna Boy Bags Two Nods As Ayra Starr, Davido Make 2026 Grammy Award Nominations
Burna Boy Bags Two Nods As Ayra Starr, Davido Make 2026 Grammy Award Nominations
Burna Boy Bags Two Nods As Ayra Starr, Davido Make 2026 Grammy Award Nominations
The Recording Academy has released the full list of nominees for the 2026 Grammy Awards, and Nigerian stars once again shine brightly on the world stage.
Burna Boy, the self-acclaimed African Giant, secured two nominations for Best Global Music Album with his project “I Told Them II” and Best African Music Performance for his hit single “Higher Ground.” This cements his reputation as one of Africa’s most decorated Grammy nominees.
Ayra Starr continues her meteoric rise with her first-ever Grammy nominations a double recognition in the Best African Music Performance category for her soulful anthem “Commas” and a feature on a cross-continental collaboration in Best Global Music Album.
Davido, who made history with multiple nominations in 2024, returns to the list again with a nod for Best Global Music Album for “Timeless II”, showcasing his consistency as one of Afrobeats’ leading global ambassadors.
Other African artists including Asake, Tyla, and Tems also earned nominations, reflecting the continent’s growing cultural footprint in global music.
The announcement has sent social media into a frenzy, with fans and celebrities celebrating what many describe as “the golden era of African sound.”
The 2026 Grammy Awards will be held at the Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, in February 2026, and expectations are high that Nigeria could bring home multiple trophies this time around.
