Burna boy news 2019
Here are some notable news stories about Burna Boy in 2019:
- Grammy Nomination: Burna Boy was nominated for the Best World Music Album category at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards for his album "African Giant". This was his first Grammy nomination.
- African Giant Album Release: Burna Boy released his third studio album "African Giant" in July 2019, which received widespread critical acclaim and commercial success.
- Collaborations: Burna Boy collaborated with several international artists in 2019, including Chris Martin of Coldplay, Stormzy, and Jorja Smith.
- Tour and Performances: Burna Boy embarked on a world tour in 2019, performing at various festivals and concerts, including the Glastonbury Festival, Coachella, and the AfroPunk Festival.
- Controversy over Xenophobic Attacks: Burna Boy was involved in a controversy surrounding xenophobic attacks in South Africa, where he criticized the attacks and called for unity among Africans.
- Nigerian Government Recognition: Burna Boy was recognized by the Nigerian government for his contributions to the country's music industry. He was awarded a plaque by the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed.
- African Giant Tour: Burna Boy's "African Giant" tour was extended into 2020, with dates in Europe, North America, and Africa.
- Music Awards: Burna Boy won several music awards in 2019, including the BET Award for Best International Flow, the MTV Africa Music Award for Best Male, and the Soundcity MVP Award for Best Male Artist.
- Collaboration with Wizkid: Burna Boy collaborated with Wizkid on the song "Ginger", which was released in December 2019.
- Year-End Lists: Burna Boy was featured on several year-end lists, including Rolling Stone's 50 Best Albums of 2019 and Pitchfork's 50 Best Albums of 2019.
These are just a few of the notable news stories about Burna Boy in 2019. It was a significant year for the artist, with the release of his critically acclaimed album "African Giant" and numerous awards and accolades.