Burna Boy plans to host a live YouTube show to celebrate the 5th anniversary of 'African Giant'
- Published By Whitney Okore For The Statesman Digital
- 3 months ago
Nigerian star Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, alias Burna Boy, is set to perform on YouTube Live on July 26th to commemorate the 5th anniversary of his album 'African Giant' for a YouTube Night special.
The YouTube music night special will also include performances from a variety of artists, providing an eclectic night for the audience.
The award-winning Grammy winner, who has an impressive 5 million subscribers, will take the stage and perform songs from his critically acclaimed album.
Burna Boy expressed his excitement for the event, saying, "Celebrating the 5th anniversary of 'African Giant' with a special performance in London, supported by YouTube Music, has been an incredible experience." This album holds a special place in my heart as it represents a pivotal moment in my career and a powerful statement of African pride.”
“Performing these songs for my fans, who have supported me every step of the way, is a reminder of the journey we've shared and the cultural impact we've made together. I'm grateful to YouTube Music for helping us create this memorable event and to all my fans for their unwavering support. Here's to many more years of making music that resonates and inspires.”
"We are thrilled to present Burna Boy on YouTube Music Nights, celebrating the 5th anniversary of his groundbreaking album, African Giant," said Addy Awofisayo, Head of Music at YouTube in Africa.
The album debuted in 2019 and is a blend of Afrobeat, dancehall, pop, and hip-hop. It features international artists like Jorja Smith, Jeremih, Future, Damian Marley, and YG.
African Giant's hit singles include On the Low, Dangote, Wetin Man Go Do, and Gum Body. Burna Boy made a significant international breakthrough with the album, which received a Grammy nomination for Best World Music Album.
The star maintained his winning streak with hit albums 'Twice as Tall' in 2020, 'Love Damini' in 2022, and 'I Told Them' in 2023.
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