In a night filled with musical triumphs, the 66th Grammy Awards ceremony at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles witnessed global talents basking in the glory of victory. However, for the five Nigerian artists nominated, including Davido, Burna Boy, Asake, Olamide, and Ayra Starr, it was a night of commendable performances but no Grammy glory.
Nigerian artists received a combined total of 10 nominations across various categories, marking a significant recognition of their global influence in the music industry. The anticipation for a Nigerian win was palpable, with fans hoping for the global celebration of Afrobeats.
Despite their outstanding contributions, none of the Nigerian nominees secured a Grammy at the prestigious event. The global stage proved competitive, with artists from diverse genres showcasing their exceptional talents.
Here’s the full list of winners in some of the prominent categories:
Best African Music Performance:
- Amapiano – Asake and Olamide
- City Boys – Burna Boy
- Water – Tyla (Winner)
- Unavailable – Davido Featuring Musa Keys
- Rush – Ayra Starr
Best Melodic Rap Performance:
- Sittin’ On Top Of The World – Burna Boy Featuring 21 Savage
- Attention – Doja Cat
- All My Life – Lil Durk Featuring J. Cole (Winner)
- Spin Bout U – Drake & 21 Savage
- Low – SZA
Best Global Music Album:
- Epifanías — Susana Baca
- History — Bokanté
- I Told Them… — Burna Boy
- This Moment – Shakti (Winner)
- Spin Bout U – Drake & 21 Savage
- Low – SZA
Best Global Music Performance:
- Shadow Forces – Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer & Shahzad Ismaily
- Alone – Burna Boy
- Pashto – Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer & Zakir Hussain Featuring Rakesh Chaurasia (Winner)
- FEEL – Davido
- Milagro Y Desastre – Silvana Estrada
The night was not without its surprises, with artists like Lil Durk, Shakti, and Béla Fleck taking home prestigious awards. The global celebration of music diversity continued as artists from various corners of the world were acknowledged for their exceptional contributions.
As the curtain falls on the 66th Grammy Awards, Nigerian artists, though not crowned with the coveted gramophone, continue to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide, cementing their place in the rich tapestry of global music.
