The 67th Annual Grammy Awards are fast approaching, and Nigeria’s music scene is buzzing with excitement as six of its biggest stars—Burna Boy, Davido, Rema, Tems, Yemi Alade, and Asake—are set to compete for prestigious accolades at this year’s event.
The ceremony will be held this Sunday at the renowned Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, where these talented artists are vying for recognition in major categories like Best African Music Performance, Best Global Music Album, and Best R&B Song.
Tems leads the charge with three nominations, while Burna Boy makes history as the first African artist to receive Grammy nominations for six consecutive years. With fierce competition in the air, these Nigerian stars are ready to shine on the global stage. Will they take home the coveted Grammys? Only time will tell, but regardless of the outcome, Nigerian music will be well represented.
Burna Boy, a familiar face at the Grammys, is once again a strong contender. With his profound sound and his third consecutive nomination, the self-styled “African Giant” is expected to bag his second Grammy.
His latest track, “Higher,” from the album I Told Them (released last June), earned a nod in the Best African Music Performance category, marking his second consecutive nomination in this category. He faces stiff competition from the likes of Yemi Alade, Asake, Tems, and Chris Brown (featuring Davido and Lojay).
Tems, another major contender, has earned three nominations across different categories. Not only is she up for Best African Music Performance with her track “Love Me Jeje,” but she’s also nominated for Best Global Music Album with her debut Born in the Wild and for Best R&B Song for her hit “Burning.”
After her Grammy win for her contribution to Future’s “Wait for U,” many expect Tems to add more trophies to her collection this year.
Yemi Alade, Asake, and Rema are all first-time Grammy nominees, but each has a strong chance of walking away with an award.
Alade’s nomination for Best African Music Performance with “Tomorrow” highlights her hard work and dedication. With 100 million views on YouTube for her hit video, Alade is one of the pioneers of Nigerian Afro-pop. However, she faces tough competition, including Burna Boy, Tems, and Chris Brown.
Rema has earned his place in the Grammy conversation with a nod for Best Global Music Album for his track HEIS, a well-deserved recognition that could propel his career to new heights. Asake’s nomination for Best African Music Performance for “MMS” featuring Wizkid shows his growing influence on the global stage as well.
Another notable nominee is legendary Beninese-French artist Angélique Kidjo, who is up for Best Global Music Performance for her collaboration with the Soweto Choir on “Sunlight to My Soul.” She faces tough competition from Ghana’s Rocky Dawuni in this category.
Meanwhile, Trevor Noah will return as host for the fifth consecutive year. He’s not only emceeing but also serving as a producer for the event.
While several traditional Grammy Week events have been canceled, the night will have a meaningful twist this year. The Grammy Awards will serve as a fundraising event to support relief efforts for those affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. The Recording Academy and MusiCares have pledged over $3.2 million in emergency aid to help music professionals impacted by the disaster. The show will air live on CBS, and streaming options will be available for Paramount subscribers.
**Confirmed Performers**
This year’s performance lineup includes a mix of current Grammy nominees and newcomers, such as Shakira, Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, and Chris Martin from Coldplay. Also joining the stage are icons like Stevie Wonder, Cynthia Erivo, Janelle Monáe, John Legend, and Sheryl Crow, among others. The Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony will feature live performances from artists like Yolanda Adams, Deborah Cox, and Angélique Kidjo.
**Grammy Highlights**
The 2025 Grammys are expected to be highly competitive, with Beyoncé leading the nominations with an impressive 11, including Best Country Album for *Cowboy Carter*. She’s set to break records as the most-nominated female artist in a single year. Other notable nominees include Charli XCX, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, and Post Malone, each with seven nominations, while Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, and Taylor Swift each earned six.
With such a star-studded lineup, the 2025 Grammys are poised to be one of the most exciting and closely watched ceremonies in recent years.
