From Burna Boy To Davido: A Look At Nigerian Grammy Nominees Who Didn’t Win In 2025

The 2025 Grammy Awards showcased a remarkable presence of Nigerian artists, reflecting the global influence of Afrobeats and the nation’s rich musical talent. Despite multiple nominations, several prominent Nigerian musicians did not secure wins this year.

Nigerian Nominees and Their Categories

Nigerian artists received nominations across various categories, highlighting the country’s diverse musical landscape:

  • Best African Music Performance:
  • Asake & Wizkid – “MMS”
  • Burna Boy – “Higher”
  • Chris Brown featuring Davido & Lojay – “Sensational”
  • Tems – “Love Me JeJe”
  • Yemi Alade – “Tomorrow”
  • Best Global Music Album:
  • Rema – Heis
  • Tems – Born in the Wild
  • Best R&B Song:
  • Tems – “Burning”

Notable Nigerian Nominees Who Did Not Win

While the nominations underscored the global recognition of Nigerian music, several artists did not clinch the award in their respective categories:

  • Burna Boy: Nominated for “Higher” in the Best African Music Performance category, Burna Boy, who previously won a Grammy in 2021, did not secure a win this year.
  • Rema: His album Heis was nominated for Best Global Music Album, but he did not take home the award.
  • Davido: Featured on Chris Brown’s “Sensational” alongside Lojay, nominated for Best African Music Performance, the collaboration did not win.
  • Asake & Wizkid: Their joint effort on “MMS” earned them a nomination in the Best African Music Performance category, but they did not secure the award.
  • Yemi Alade: Nominated for “Tomorrow” in the Best African Music Performance category, she did not win.

Tems: A Notable Highlight

Tems stood out among her peers with three nominations:

  • Best African Music Performance: “Love Me JeJe”
  • Best Global Music Album: “Born in the Wild”
  • Best R&B Song: “Burning”

Despite the multiple nominations, Tems secured a win this year. Her recognition across diverse categories, however, underscores her versatility and the international appeal of her music.

The 2025 Grammy Awards highlighted the significant strides Nigerian artists have made on the global stage. Although several nominees did not win, their nominations across various categories reflect the growing influence and recognition of Nigerian music worldwide. The future remains promising for these artists as they continue to captivate audiences with their unique sounds and storytelling.


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