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Burna Boy clinches ‘Best International Artist’ award at 2023 Planet Rap Awards
Nigerian Afro-fusion superstar Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, professionally known as Burna Boy, has reportedly secured the award for Best International Artist at the 2023 Planet Rap Awards.
The announcement was made through a post on X (formerly Twitter) by @Big7Record, accompanied by a video featuring the acclaimed Nigerian singer.
This recognition for Burna Boy reflects his notable collaborations with international artists and the global impact of his music on the international stage. The award underscores his contribution to the international music scene and affirms his standing as a prominent figure in the global music industry.
Burna Boy wins “Best International Artist” at the 2023
Planet Rap awards 🏆🔥🤯 pic.twitter.com/BA375kzKLX— BIG 7 RECORDS (@Big7Record) December 26, 2023
In other news, Burna Boy’s “Love Damini” album has achieved a remarkable milestone on the Spotify streaming platform, surpassing 1 billion streams. This accomplishment marks a historic moment as the album becomes the first from Africa to reach such a significant milestone on Spotify.
Released in July 2022, the album has experienced immense success, boasting hit tracks such as “Kilometre,” “Last Last,” and “Cloak and Dagger” featuring J Hus. Notably, the previous record for the highest streams on Spotify was held by Burna Boy’s “African Giant” album, which garnered over 200 million streams.
Comprising a total of 19 tracks, the “Love Damini” album includes notable collaborations with Ladysmith Black Mambazo, J Hus, and Victony, further contributing to its widespread acclaim and popularity.