Just weeks after reaching a major streaming milestone, Wizkid’s ‘Made In Lagos: Deluxe Edition‘ has crossed an impressive 900 million streams on Spotify, edging closer to the highly anticipated milestone of one billion streams.

This new achievement cements ‘Made In Lagos: Deluxe Edition‘ as Wizkid’s most-streamed album to date and his first project to approach this level of global listenership on the platform.

Released in October 2020 during the global challenges of the pandemic, ‘Made In Lagos‘ became an instant classic, spotlighting Wizkid’s artistry and versatility within Afrobeats.

The album’s original version featured fourteen tracks, collaborating with high-profile artists like Burna Boy, Skepta, Damian Marley, H.E.R., Ella Mai, Tay Iwar, Projexx, Tems, and Terri.

Its tracks weave Afrobeats, reggae, R&B, and soul, creating a soundscape that resonated globally and reinforced Wizkid’s influence across musical genres.

.@wizkidayo’s “Made In Lagos:Deluxe Edition” has now surpassed 900M streams on Spotify 👏🏾❤️🦅 pic.twitter.com/jiNvuWi4kL

— Wizkid Chart Data (@WizkidData) November 1, 2024

The ‘Deluxe Edition,’ released nearly a year after the original, elevated the album’s appeal even further, adding new tracks that brought fresh energy while retaining the essence of ‘Made In Lagos.‘ By including these new songs, Big Wiz not only introduced fresh sounds but also expanded the album’s narrative and musical range, capturing the attention of a broader audience.

As ‘Made In Lagos: Deluxe Edition‘ approaches the one billion-stream mark, it’s clear that the album has surpassed cultural and geographical boundaries, solidifying Wizkid’s place as a key figure in popularizing Afrobeats worldwide.

This landmark moment underscores the album’s lasting impact and the artist’s influence in global music, positioning Wizkid as a pioneer and standard-bearer for African music on the world stage.

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Some of the biggest stars in entertainment swarmed the stadium in Las Vegas to express their support, making the 2024 Super Bowl an all-star event.

Apart from the Kansas City Chiefs successfully defending their title by defeating the San Francisco 49ers by a score of 25–22 on the night, the crème de la crème of celebrities made their appearance felt as it was evident they became the center of attention.

The Kansas City Chiefs staged a remarkable comeback, clinching victory over the San Francisco 49ers in overtime with a score of 25-22 to secure their third Super Bowl triumph in five years. Despite the 49ers being the favorites in the first-ever Super Bowl held in Las Vegas and coming close to victory twice at Allegiant Stadium, a clutch field goal by the Chiefs tied the game at 19-19, sending it into overtime.

While the 49ers briefly took the lead again, Patrick Mahomes’ touchdown pass to Mecole Hardman sealed the deal for the defending champions, establishing the Kansas City Chiefs as the first NFL dynasty since the New England Patriots. Having reached four of the last five Super Bowls, the Chiefs are the first team to achieve back-to-back titles since the Patriots in the 2003 and 2004 seasons.

Here is a list of all the celebrities who graced the 2024 Super Bowl in Las Vegas:

– Beyoncé
– Jay-Z
– Taylor Swift
– Blake Lively
– Ice Spice
– Justin Bieber
– Hailey Bieber
– Kendall Jenner
– Lady Gaga
– Usher
– Alicia Keys
– Lil Jon
– H.E.R.
– will.i.am
– Ludacris
– Martha Stewart
– Brittany Mahomes
– Paul McCartney
– Lana Del Rey
– Gabrielle Union
– Saweetie
– Russell Wilson and Ciara
– LaLa Anthony
– Khloé Kardashian
– Winnie Harlow
– Reba McEntire
– Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton
– Paul Rudd
– Queen Latifah
– Olivia Culpo

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Davido, Asake, Blaqbonez, Fireboy, Sarz, and other Nigerian artists attended the 66th Grammy Award Black Music Collectives Party. The Black Music Collective functions as an advisory group comprised of leaders in the music industry, addressing new and emerging opportunities in black music. It focuses on enhancing black representation and serves as a central hub for influential figures in black music across genres.

During the event, American artist H.E.R. presented the Global Impact Award to the acclaimed Lenny Kravitz. This award recognizes the substantial influence of black music creators on the industry. Tori Kelly delivered a performance of Mariah Carey’s “Vision of Love,” and live performances by Quavo, Davido, Yolanda Adams, and Andra Day were featured. The Grammy Black Music Collectives Party celebrated the achievements and contributions of black music creators in the industry.

The night is still young! 🎤 We got @BustaRhymes in the house, and performances by @Davido, @AdamBlackstone, and @AndraDayMusic. ✨ #BMCHonors pic.twitter.com/RLfpVoqa0J

— Recording Academy / GRAMMYs (@RecordingAcad) February 2, 2024

Team YBNL/EMPIRE ahead of Grammy award this weekend. 📸 pic.twitter.com/nDYVdeSaEl

— 𝑺 𝑵 𝑬 𝑯 ➐ (@SnehQueenBee) February 2, 2024

 

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Recall, MP3bullet gives an important update about the upcoming 66th edition of the Grammy Awards.

Anticipation is mounting for the upcoming 66th edition of the Grammy Awards, and important details about the hosts, performers, and more are emerging for both the premiere ceremony and the main event.

Prepare for an electrifying night at the highly acclaimed Grammy Awards 2024, the pinnacle of the music industry. The 66th edition’s intricacies have dominated social media and broadcasting outlets, providing a comprehensive overview of the award ceremony.

Scheduled for Sunday, February 4, 2024, in the United States, the 66th Grammy Awards’ premiere ceremony kicks off on Sunday, followed by the main ceremony in the early hours of Monday, West Africa Time.

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American R&B singer Usher has given a sneak peek of the music video for his song “Ruin,” featuring Nigerian singer and producer Pheelz from his upcoming album “Coming Home.”

Usher shared a snippet of the video on social media with the caption, “Ruin feat. @Pheelz OUT TOMORROW | Music Video Premieres 6 am PT/9 am ET.” This collaboration marks the first time the two musicians have worked together. Additionally, Usher features Burna Boy on his upcoming album, adding to the anticipation surrounding the release.

"Ruin" feat. @Pheelz OUT TOMORROW | Music Video Premieres 6am PT/9am ET | #COMINGHOME | https://t.co/1redsbFNdU pic.twitter.com/ne8iBsfRne

— Usher Raymond IV (@Usher) February 1, 2024

The Super Bowl LVIII halftime performer, Usher, is set to release his ninth studio album, “Coming Home,” on February 9, 2024. The 20-track album features collaborations with a diverse array of artists, including Latto, Burna Boy, 21 Savage, The Dream, H.E.R., Summer Walker, and BTS Jung Kook. The release date of the album is strategically planned just two days before Usher’s halftime performance at Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas at Allegiant Stadium.

This collaboration showcases the growing influence of Nigerian artists and afrobeats on the global music scene. Usher’s choice to work with Burna Boy and the inclusion of BTS Jung Kook further highlight the genre’s ascent to global dominance.

Furthermore, Usher has received five nominations in the music and recording categories for the 2024 NAACP Image Awards, adding to the recognition of his continued impact on the music industry.

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In the recording genre of the 55th NAACP Image Awards, Burna Boy and other African musicians, Davido, Asake, Tems, Ayra Starr, Omah Lay, Olamide, and Libianca are all nominated in different categories.

With five awards, Burna Boy was the African artist with the most nominations. His hit song “City Boys” earned him nominations for Outstanding Male Artist, Outstanding International Song, Outstanding Hip-Hop/Rap Song, Outstanding Duo, Group, or Collaboration (with 21 Savage for Sittin’ On Top of the World), and Outstanding Album (with I Told Them).

Davido was nominated for Outstanding Male Artist, Outstanding International Song for Unavailable with Musa Keys, and Outstanding Music Video/Visual Album for Sensational, which features Chris Brown, Lojay, and Davido. Finally, he was nominated for Outstanding Duo, Group, or Collaboration in the Contemporary category, with Chris Brown and Lojay for Sensational.

See other nominations here:

Outstanding Male Artist

Burna Boy (Atlantic Records)
Chris Brown (RCA Records/Chris Brown Entertainment)
Davido (RCA Records/Sony Music UK)
Jon Batiste (Verve Records)
Usher (Mega/Gamma)

Outstanding Female Artist

Ari Lennox (Dreamville/Interscope Records)
H.E.R. (RCA Records)
Janelle Monáe (Atlantic Records/Bad Boy/Wondaland)
Tems (RCA Records/Since ’93)
Victoria Monét (RCA Records/Lovett Music)

Outstanding International Song

“Amapiano” – Asake feat. Olamide (YBNL Nation / EMPIRE)
“City Boys” – Burna Boy (Atlantic Records)
“Me & U” – Tems (RCA Records/Since ’93)
“People” – Libianca feat. Ayra Starr & Omah Lay (RCA Records/Sony Music UK/5K Records)
“Unavailable” – Davido (RCA Records/Sony Music UK)

Outstanding Music Video/Visual Album

“Boyfriend” – Usher (Mega/Gamma)
“Cobra” – Megan Thee Stallion (Hot Girl Productions)
“How We Roll” – Ciara (Beauty Marks Entertainment)
“On My Mama” – Victoria Monét (RCA Records/Lovett Music)
“Sensational” – Chris Brown feat. Davido & Lojay (RCA Records/Chris Brown Entertainment)

Outstanding Album

“Clear 2: Soft Life” – Summer Walker (LVRN/Interscope Records)
“For All The Dogs” – Drake (OVO/Republic Records)
“I Told Them…” – Burna Boy (Atlantic Records)
“Jaguar II” – Victoria Monét (RCA Records/Lovett Music)
“The Age of Pleasure” – Janelle Monáe (Atlantic Records/Bad Boy/Wondaland)

Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration (Contemporary)

Burna Boy & 21 Savage – “Sittin’ On Top of the World” (Atlantic Records)
Chris Brown feat. Davido & Lojay – “Sensational” (RCA Records/Chris Brown Entertainment)
Lil Durk & J. Cole – “All My Life” (Alamo Records)
Usher, 21 Savage, Summer Walker – “Good Good” (RCA Records/Chris Brown Entertainment)
Victoria Monét feat. Lucky Day – “Smoke” (RCA Records/Lovett Music)

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Nigerian R&B sensation Wizkid is set to take the spotlight as the headliner for Saudi Arabia’s largest music festival, the SoundStorm Festival, scheduled to take place from the 14th to the 16th of December 2023.

The SoundStorm Festival is a prominent annual 3-day music conference held in Riyadh, featuring workshops, panel discussions, networking opportunities, and various nightlife activations. As one of Saudi Arabia’s major music festivals, Soundstorm has emerged as a cultural catalyst in the region.

Wizkid to headline Riyadh Music Festival 2023 in Saudi Arabia. pic.twitter.com/FrypCfgKN6

— African Folder (@africanfolder) November 20, 2023

Wizkid will share the headline with other global music icons such as Chris Brown, Pharrell Williams, Swedish House Mafia, H.E.R, and J Balvin. The festival is expected to draw a massive crowd of 700,000 attendees, making it a significant cultural and musical event in Saudi Arabia.

Nada Al Halabi, MDLBEAST Strategy Director, said, “I really make sure that we have diversity in our events, whether in the lineup, whether in our attendees. We always make sure that our experience is catered to the females as well. Maybe I’m one of the few people who are into this position, but I’m hoping more to have more females in the space”.

 

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‘Lonely At The Top’ (Remix) Lyrics by Asake Feat. H.E.R

Verse one
It’s lonely at the top (Lonely, lonely, lonely)
Money on my mind (Money, money, money)
Don’t care what they yarning about me in particular (Ko kan mi, kan mi, kan mi)
Out here on the road chasing my dream because I know (No one can chase it for me)

Pre-Chorus
Olo-lolade maa n gb’omo lo (Gb’omo lo)
Borokoto idi s’omo lo (S’omo lo)
E fi won s’ile je kan ma lo
No dey find anybody na money I want (Me I want)
No dey hear wetin people dey talk (People dey talk)
Won te ge Asake l’eti lo (L’eti lo)
They life na one no get anothеr one
I go take am do wetin I lovе

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Following the official confirmation of the remix of “Lonely at the Top” by Asake featuring the five-time Grammy award-winning singer H.E.R., Nigerians have taken to social media to express their reactions to the release.

The announcement, made by H.E.R., confirmed her collaboration with Asake on the remix of the hit song from Asake’s 2023 album “Work of Art.” The song, released on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, has sparked discussions on social media, with fans sharing their thoughts on the unique collaboration and the new approach taken by the YBNL singer in unveiling the project.

The excitement among fans was heightened by the timing of the collaboration, which came after Asake received his first Grammy Award nomination. Fans eagerly anticipated the release, considering the intriguing contrast in the musical styles of the two artists involved in the remix.

Here are some reactions below:

Asake's "Lonely At The Top" never needed a remix, the song was already good & featuring H.E.R. ru!ned it; The 2nd verse from the original song was arguably the best part but it was removed. This was the only song off the album where Asake poured out his emotions, now it's a cash…

— Daniel Regha (@DanielRegha) November 15, 2023

Grammy Nominated Asake just dropped a Surprise Remix for Lonely at the Top😳🔥 pic.twitter.com/Pr3wYEpjuN

— Tuchel of Calabar ⭐⭐🇳🇱🇳🇬 (@Officially_Kriz) November 15, 2023

H.E.R’s verse on Lonely At The Top remix is too smooth and exceptional. Her voice is heavenly and I love the synergy between her and Asake. Asake chose the perfect artiste for the song. She makes the song sounds more beautiful and perfect.

— OLAMIDE 🌸💖 (@Olamide0fficial) November 15, 2023

Asake's remixed his almost hit song "Lonely at the Top" with 5x Grammy winner, H.E.R.

I hope the remix gets him his first plaque. Heard he doesn't even have one song above 60 million Spotify streams yet 🤌 pic.twitter.com/bz3zRkpmYS

— drey (@d_re_y) November 15, 2023

Asake released "lonely at the top" remix ft. H.E.R unaware like a thief in the night. pic.twitter.com/Dn9g7HCyAQ

— 𝐄𝐍𝐗𝐂𝐇 (@EN0CX) November 15, 2023

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• Artiste Name: Asake
• Song Title: Lonely At The Top Remix
• Featuring: H.E.R
• Genre: Afrobeats
• Country: Nigeria
• Year: 2023

YBNL recording act, Asake has released the remix to his sensational groove, Lonely At The Top. This time, he teams up with American singer, H.E.R for this body of work.

Asake keeps the spirit of the original version, which caused waves over the continent, in the remix. But the addition of H.E.R.’s skill gives the song a new, intriguing dimension. H.E.R. adds her distinct flavor to the song’s hook and beautifies the arrangement with an amazing verse.

H.E.R.’s contribution is expertly incorporated into the song, giving listeners a whole new experience and bringing it to a higher level. Her presence gives the song a deeper level of complexity and produces an enthralling and melodic synergy.

Listen up!

STREAM AND GET HERE

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Here is the complete list of nominees for the prestigious BET Soul Train Awards, scheduled to take place on Sunday, November 26th, at 8 p.m.

This awards ceremony recognizes exceptional talent in the fields of soul, R&B, and hip-hop, honoring both established industry legends and the emerging stars of tomorrow. The event is set to be held in Los Angeles and includes nominations for African artists such as Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, and Tyle.

With the awards ceremony taking place on November 26th in Los Angeles, it promises to be an evening of acknowledgment for artists who have significantly influenced the music landscape.

Leading the pack in nominations are SZA, Usher, and Summer Walker, each receiving an impressive nine nominations, a testament to their substantial impact on the genre in the past year. Their contributions have not only dominated the charts but have also deeply resonated with fans worldwide.

With a new venue and an outstanding lineup of nominees, the 2023 Soul Train Awards are poised to be a memorable occasion, celebrating artists who continually push the boundaries of R&B and soul music.

Here is the full list of Nominees:

Best New Artist

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Nigerian music sensations Rema and Ckay are all set to grace the stage at the upcoming Hey Neighbor Music Festival in Pretoria in December 2023.

These two artists are just a part of the stellar lineup of musicians that will captivate festival-goers during this anticipated 3-day extravaganza, which promises to be a celebration of joy, unity, and great music.

Rema’s participation in the Hey Neighbor Music Festival will be the crowning achievement of a phenomenal year for the Mavin singer. In February, he delivered an electrifying performance at the 2023 NBA All-Star Game.

Moreover, in September, Rema achieved a remarkable milestone as his collaboration with Selena Gomez, ‘Calm Down,’ became the first Afrobeats track to amass over a billion streams on Spotify, and it also secured its place on the Billboard Hot 100 for a record-breaking year.

To add to the accolades, the song recently claimed the inaugural Best Afrobeats Song award at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards.

Ckay has equally enjoyed an impressive year with his debut album ‘Sad Romance,’ receiving critical acclaim and achieving international success through hit singles like ‘Emiliana‘ and ‘Watawi.’

Attendees at the festival can eagerly anticipate the duo’s unique stage presence and the magnetic aura that has made them beloved figures in the hearts of Nigerian music enthusiasts. The event promises a seamless fusion of diverse cultures and a top-notch live music experience.

The Hey Neighbor Music Festival is scheduled to take place from the 8th to the 10th of December 2023.

It’s not just Rema and Ckay, as the festival boasts a star-studded lineup of global artists, including American heavyweights like Kendrick Lamar, The Chainsmokers, H.E.R., and Khalid, alongside South African rap sensations Nasty C and Focalistic, Kenyan musical group Sauti Sol, and many more. It’s undoubtedly going to be a musical extravaganza to remember.

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Every year, former U.S. President Barack Obama shares his playlists featuring his favourite songs of that year and Nigerian artists have gradually been featuring on the list.

Obama’s lists come in two forms, his summer playlist; which is usually released during the month of August and his end-of-year list which is released at the end of the year in December.

Here are the Nigerian artists who have been a constant feature on Barack Obama’s Playlists.

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Burna Boy

Burna Boy will be the first Nigerian artist with the highest number of songs to have appeared on Obama’s playlist.

Burna Boy first featured on the playlist in 2019 with his hit song, “Anybody“, then in 2020 made it into the summer playlist thanks to the collaboration, “Be Honest” with Jorja Smith.

In 2022 his heartbreak hit, “Last Last” made it to the end-of-year playlist.

Rema

Whatever you think of the cute dimpled artist, he is definitely a favourite of Obama as he has appeared on the Former US President’s Summer playlist on several occasions.

In fact, he is one of the first Nigerian artists to ever feature on the Summer playlist and he did it the same year he made his debut in the Industry.

In 2019, his song, “Iron Man” was the lucky Nigerian song to be featured on the Summer playlist at Number 42 and the same song also appeared on the 2019’s End-of-year list.

In 2022, his hit song, “Calm Down” made it onto the end-of-year music playlist.

Wizkid

Wizkid is another favourite Nigerian musician of Obama, having appeared on his playlist twice in 2020.

In that year, Wizkid appeared on the summer playlist with his H.E.R-assisted “Smile” and in the end-of-year music playlist, his global hit song, “Essence” was the only Nigerian song to make the cut.

Tems

Tems first appeared on the 2020 Summer Playlist thanks to her feature on Khalid’s “Know Your Worth” remix while at the end-of-year list she appeared on it as a result of her assisted collaboration, “Essence”.

In 2022, she made it to the summer playlist again but this time with her solo song, “Vibe Out”.

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• Nigerian Artists who have written songs for international artists
• Nigerian record producers who have produced songs for international musicians

Worthy Mentions

Pheelz and BNXN made an appearance in the 2022’s summer playlist with their hit collaboration, “Finesse‘.

Davido was featured on the 2020’s summer playlist for his “Know Your Worth (Remix)” collaboration with American crooner Khalid and the English duo, Disclosure.

Ayra Starr was featured on the 2022’s end-of-year playlist with her empowering single, “Rush”

 

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