A new wave of excitement has swept through the Nigerian music scene as several Afrobeat superstars have earned nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards.
The Grammy shortlist, released on Friday evening, once again places Nigerian talent at the forefront of global music recognition, underscoring the country’s growing influence in the international entertainment industry.
Among the nominees, Davido and Omah Lay received a nod in the Best African Music Performance category for their chart-topping collaboration “With You.” The soulful hit has been a fan favorite across streaming platforms, blending Afrobeat and contemporary pop influences.
Also nominated in the same category is Burna Boy with his hit track “Love.” The self-proclaimed African Giant, who already boasts a Grammy win, continues to cement his dominance in the global music scene.
Ayra Starr and Wizkid also made the prestigious list for their song “Gimme Dat,” a smooth fusion of Afrobeats and R&B that has resonated with audiences worldwide. South Africa’s Tyla joins the lineup with “PUSH 2 START,” alongside Eddy Kenzo and Mehran Matin for “Hope & Love.”
Best African Music Performance Nominees:
Love – Burna Boy
With You – Davido and Omah Lay
Hope & Love – Eddy Kenzo & Mehran Matin
Gimme Dat – Ayra Starr and Wizkid
PUSH 2 START – Tyla
Beyond that, Burna Boy secured yet another major nomination in the Best Global Music Album category for his critically acclaimed project “No Sign of Weakness.”
He will be competing alongside Youssou N’Dour (“Eclairer le monde: Light the World”), Caetano Veloso and Maria Bethânia (“Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo”), Anoushka Shankar featuring Alam Khan & Sarathy Korwar (“Chapter III: We Return To Light”), Siddhant Bhatia (“Sounds Of Kumbha”), and Shakti (“Mind Explosion (50th Anniversary Tour Live)”).
Best Global Music Album Nominees:
No Sign of Weakness – Burna Boy
Sounds Of Kumbha – Siddhant Bhatia
Eclairer le monde : Light the World – Youssou N’Dour
Mind Explosion (50th Anniversary Tour Live) – Shakti
Chapter III: We Return To Light – Anoushka Shankar feat. Alam Khan & Sarathy Korwar
Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo – Caetano Veloso and Maria Bethânia
The 2026 nominations mark yet another milestone for Afrobeats, showcasing the genre’s unstoppable rise and global appeal. Fans across Nigeria and Africa are already buzzing with excitement as they anticipate the Grammy Awards ceremony, where these stars will once again put African music on the world stage.
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