South African comedian Trevor Noah is set to return as host of the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, marking his fifth consecutive year leading music's biggest night. The ceremony is set to take place on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
The 67th Annual Grammy Awards, set to take place on February 2, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, will once again showcase the growing influence of African music on the global stage. With Trevor Noah returning as host for the fifth consecutive year, this year's nominations highlight the diverse and vibrant musical landscape of the African continent.
We'll explore the nominations of established stars like Burna Boy and Angélique Kidjo, alongside rising talents such as Tems and Asake. The piece will also examine the significance of these nominations in the context of Africa's expanding presence in the international music scene, and what it means for the future of African music on the world stage.
From Afrobeats to reggae, and from Nigeria to Ghana, this year's Grammy nominations reflect the rich tapestry of African musical talent. Join us as we celebrate these artists and their contributions to the global music industry, highlighting their achievements and the impact of their work beyond the continent's borders.
Trevor Noah, known for his wit and improvisational skills, expressed his excitement about hosting the Grammys again. In a previous interview, he mentioned enjoying the live, unpredictable nature of the event, stating,
“I don't know what's going to happen. So that's what I love about the Grammys is it's live; it's happening; it's on the fly”.
This year's Grammy Awards will carry a special focus on wildfire relief efforts following the devastating fires that recently affected Los Angeles. The Recording Academy has announced that the ceremony will raise funds to support relief initiatives and honor first responders.
African Artists Shine in Grammy Nominations
The 2025 Grammy nominations showcase the growing influence of African music on the global stage, with several artists from the continent earning recognition across multiple categories.
Best African Music Performance
This category, introduced last year, is dominated by Nigerian artists:
- Asake & Wizkid - "MMS"
- Burna Boy - "Higher"
- Chris Brown ft. Davido & Lojay - "Sensational"
- Tems - "Love Me JeJe"
- Yemi Alade - "Tomorrow"
Multiple Nominations for Tems
Nigerian artist Tems leads the pack with three nominations:
- Best African Music Performance for "Love Me JeJe"
- Best Global Music Album for "Born in the Wild"
- Best R&B Song for "Burning"
Other Notable African Nominees
- Angélique Kidjo (Benin) - Best Global Music Performance for "Sunlight to My Soul" featuring Soweto Gospel Choir
- Rocky Dawuni (Ghana) - Best Global Music Performance for "Rise"
- Rema (Nigeria) - Best Global Music Album for "HEIS"
Breakthrough for Shaboozey
American-Nigerian artist Shaboozey received five nominations, including Best New Artist and Song of the Year for “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”.
The strong presence of African artists in this year's Grammy nominations underscores the continent's growing impact on the global music scene. From Afrobeats to reggae, African musicians are pushing boundaries and gaining recognition on one of music's most prestigious platforms.
As the Grammy Awards approach, all eyes will be on these talented African artists as they compete for honors and continue to elevate African music on the world stage.
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