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Dave Opens Up About His Admiration for Burna Boy During Surprise Studio Session with Ed Sheeran
British rapper Dave has offered fans a rare glimpse into his admiration for Nigerian superstar Burna Boy, sharing his thoughts during an intimate studio session with Ed Sheeran.
Behind-the-scenes footage shows Dave speaking passionately about Burna Boy’s music, highlighting the emotional resonance and universal appeal of his sound. “That’s my favourite thing about someone like Burna Boy. I look at him and I think that’s the magic. When he’s doing his thing, I can just feel that sort of excitement,” Dave said.
He added that it’s not just the lyrics that move him, but the melodies themselves: “Just the melody, no words… I can just feel that excitement.”
Dave’s praise underscores the global allure of Burna Boy’s Afro-fusion sound, which seamlessly blends Afrobeats, dancehall, reggae, and pop. The result is a musical style that transcends language, connecting deeply with listeners around the world.
The conversation also highlights the growing artistic bridge between the Nigerian and UK music scenes. Dave previously collaborated with Burna Boy on Location from his debut album Psychodrama, while Ed Sheeran has teamed up with him on hits like Own It with Stormzy and the Grammy-nominated For My Hand from Love, Damini.
This behind-the-scenes moment reflects the profound influence of Burna Boy, showing how his melodies and rhythms captivate artists and fans alike, solidifying his position as one of Africa’s most impactful global stars.
“That’s my favourite thing about someone like Burna Boy. I look at him and I think that’s the magic. When he’s doing his thing, I can just feel the melody, not words”
— Dave talking to Ed Sheeran in the studio pic.twitter.com/duebe8Q3pA
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