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Nicki Minaj Hints At Collaboration With Burna Boy
It’s widely acknowledged that Burna Boy currently holds the position of Nigeria’s most prominent artist, backed by numerous indicators. Despite any setbacks at the Grammys, his influence remains robust.
Yesterday, American rapper Nicki Minja shared a potential remix of Burna Boy’s track “Tested, Approved, and Trusted” on her Instagram. She showcased her signature style of rap, concluding with the phrase “naija no dey carry last.”
This has created a lot of buzz and interest among fans as well as in the music industry. The aura of various musical genres and flavors perceived to severe this collaboration is a great way for Burna Boy to kick-start his 2024 music campaign.
Moreover, Minaj had hinted at touring Nigeria last year but felt she hadn’t received enough support for the idea. Collaborating with Burna Boy presents the optimal opportunity to make her tour of Nigeria a reality.
While it’s unclear if this remix is official, it signifies the satisfaction derived from witnessing the expansion of Afrobeats/Afrofusion on a global scale.
Over the years, Minaj has fostered a strong rapport with some of Nigeria’s music heavyweights such as Davido and Mr Eazi, leading to successful collaborations like “Oh My Gawd” and “Holy Ground.” This upcoming collaboration marks her third venture with an Afrobeats artist and is highly anticipated.
Nicki Minaj X Burna Boy have a new one coming. pic.twitter.com/bOyWzRqWrB
— Joey Akan (@JoeyAkan) February 8, 2024
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