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Grammy 2025: Yemi Alade, Asake, Tems & More Set to Shine with Exciting Nominations (See Full List)
The Grammy Awards are turning up the spotlight on African music with the newly introduced Best African Music Performance category, ensuring that African artists receive well-deserved recognition on music’s biggest stage. This milestone underscores the global rise of African music and creates a platform for annual celebration of African talent....(CONTINUE READING)
As the 67th Grammy Awards approach in 2025, fans are buzzing about the nominees list, which is packed with Nigerian stars. Heavyweights like Davido, Wizkid, Yemi Alade, Tems, Asake, and Lojay dominate the Best African Music Performance category, while last year’s winner, South African star Tyla, is surprisingly absent.
Rema, signed to Mavin Records, earned a nomination for Best Global Music Album, while Tems snagged multiple nominations, including Best R&B Performance for “Burning” and Best Global Music Album for Born in the Wild. These nods reflect the strong presence of African artists on the world stage, making this Grammy season one to watch!
Best African Music Performance Nominees
- Tomorrow – Yemi Alade
- MMS – Asake & Wizkid
- Sensational – Chris Brown, Davido & Lojay
- Higher – Burna Boy
- Love Me JeJe – Tems
Best Global Music Album Nominees
- Alkebulan II – Matt B and Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
- Paisajes – Ciro Hurtado
- Heis – Rema
- Historias De Un Flamenco – Antonio Rey
- Born in the Wild – Tems
Best R&B Song Nominees
- “After Hours” – Kehlani
- “Burning” – Tems
- “Here We Go (Uh Oh)” – Coco Jones
- “Ruined Me” – Muni Long
- “Saturn” – SZA
The Grammy’s iconic gilded gramophone trophy symbolizes achievement in the global music industry, honoring talents worldwide. The 2025 Grammy Awards look to be an incredible celebration of African music’s impact and influence!