This is one of the 3 newly added categories for the 2024 Grammys. This will be one of the breakthroughs for the African music as a whole. Giving African music its own category has highlighted and celebrated the diversity and richness of the African cultures. This is a great step for the African music industry.
This new category not only recognizes the influence of African sounds but also showcases their expansive global reach. Artists like Burna Boy, ASAKE, and Davido. It emphasizes the undeniable impact of Afrobeat, Amapiano, and other African genres on the international music stage.
The nominees for Best African Music Performance — “Amapiano” by ASAKE & Olamide, “City Boys” by Burna Boy, “UNAVAILABLE” by Davido feat. Musa Keys, “Rush” by Ayra Starr, and “Water” by Tyla — stand as a testament to the genre’s dynamism.
The broad acknowledgment of African performers across multiple categories shows the global recognition of their artistic contributions.
