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Tems Wins; Burna Boy, Asake, Ayra Starr, Seyi Vibez Lose At 2024 BET Awards

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July 1, 2024

BET Awards: Tems wins; See other artists who lost | Fab.ng

The Black Entertainment Television (BET) Awards were established in 2001. Their purpose was to honour Black artists’ achievements in various entertainment fields in the United States. Later, the awards expanded to include Black artists from other countries.

The 2024 BET Awards ceremony took place on June 30. It was held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

Nigerian artists did not have much success at this year’s awards. Most of them did not win in their nominated categories.

Tems was the only Nigerian artist to win an award. She received the Best Gospel/Inspiration Song award for her single “Me & U”.

Burna Boy was nominated in two categories but did not win either of them. He lost the Best Hip Hop award to Kendrick Lamar. He also lost the Best R&B/Pop act award to Usher.

Ayra Starr was nominated for multiple awards but did not win any. She was nominated for Best New Artist, but this award went to Tyla instead. Tyla also beat Ayra Starr and another Nigerian artist, Asake, for the Best International Act award.

Seyi Vibez received his first-ever BET nomination this year. He was nominated for Best New International Act. However, he did not win. This award went to Makhadzi, an artist from South Africa.

See the full winners list below:

Album of the Year

Killer Mike – Michael

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist

SZA

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist

Usher

Best Group

¥$, Ye, Ty Dolla $ign

Best Collaboration

Lil Durk feat. J. Cole – All My Life

Best Female Hip-Hop Artist

Nicki Minaj

Best Male Hip-Hop Artist

Kendrick Lamar

Best New Artist

Tyla

Video of the Year

Victoria Monét – On My Mama

Video Director of the Year

Cole Bennett

Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award

Tems – Me & U

Viewer’s Choice Award

Beyoncé – Texas Hold ’Em

Best International Act

Tyla (Africa)

Viewer’s Choice: Best New International Act

Makhadzi (Africa)

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Victoria Monét – On My Mama

Best Movie

Bob Marley: One Love

Best Actor

Denzel Washington

Best Actress

Regina King

YoungStars Award

Blue Ivy Carter

Sportswoman of the Year Award

Angel Reese

Sportsman of the Year Award

Jalen Brunson

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Reekado Banks Pledges Unwavering Love In New Single “Visa”

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July 5, 2024

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Reekado Banks, a prominent Nigerian musician, has started the year with a new single, “Visa”. This marks his first musical offering for the year and sets a romantic tone for his audience.

The song goes deep into committed relationships, presenting Reekado in a new light. Through his lyrics, he portrays himself as a dedicated and passionate lover, ready to go to great lengths for the woman he adores. This theme resonates throughout the track, depicting unwavering devotion and affection.

In “Visa,” Reekado Banks uses vivid imagery and metaphors to express the depth of his feelings.

He makes grand promises to his love interest, vowing to fulfil her every wish and desire. These promises aren’t limited to simple, everyday gestures but extend to extravagant displays of affection that capture the imagination.

One of the most striking promises in the song is Reekado’s pledge to secure a visa for his beloved. This is a visa that would allow them to travel to any destination she dreams of visiting. The visa becomes a symbol of freedom, adventure, and the lengths he’s willing to go to make her happy.

Furthermore, Reekado pushes the boundaries of his declarations. He compared his dedication to the speed of Usain Bolt, the world-renowned sprinter. Claiming he would outpace even the Olympic champion to be by his lover’s side, he emphasized his readiness to overcome any obstacle for her.

Throughout the song, Reekado Banks continues to make these grand, sometimes hyperbolic statements of love. Each line seems to outdo the last in terms of the scale and intensity of his devotion. He presents himself as a man who would move mountains, cross oceans, and defy the laws of nature all in the name of love.

The lyrics of “Visa” are filled with extravagant promises and poetic declarations.

Reekado paints a picture of a love so powerful and all-encompassing that it knows no bounds. Also, his words create a fantasy world where anything is possible in the name of love, giving listeners romantic idealism.

This single not only showcases Reekado Banks’ musical talents but also highlights his ability to craft lyrics that resonate with the dreams and desires of his audience. By tapping into themes of love and devotion, he creates a song that many can relate to, even if the promises made seem larger than life.

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Best Album I Ever Made – Wizkid Says About ‘Morayo’ Album

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July 4, 2024

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Best Album I Ever Made - Wizkid Says About 'Morayo' Album

Nigerian famous singer Wizkid is known all over the world. His music has helped make Nigerian and African music popular in many countries. Wizkid is getting ready to release his sixth album, “Morayo.”

On July 4, 2024, Wizkid wrote an X message on social media. In this message, Wizkid said “Morayo” is the best album he has ever made.

Wizkid is very excited about this new album that he wrote, “MORAYO!! Best album I ever made!! Now listen! It’s only up from here!”

MORAYO!! Best album I ever made!! Now listen! It’s only up from here! ❤️🦅

— Wizkid (@wizkidayo) July 4, 2024

The name “Morayo” is special to Wizkid.

It was his mother’s name. Sadly, Wizkid’s mother died in August 2023. He named the album after her.

Before talking about the album, Wizkid wrote a sad message about his mother. It was the first time he wrote about her since she died.

Happy birthday love of my life! Miss you everyday. First one without you here feels unreal. Nothing makes sense without you mama! Life is empty without you. Continue to watch over us ! My heart is broken forever ! 💔 love you love love you MORAYO mi. Your smile is all a memory I…

— Wizkid (@wizkidayo) July 4, 2024

Wizkid has also told his fans something else about “Morayo.” He said the album will have other Nigerian artists on it. In the studio, people have seen Wizkid working with artists like Shallipopi, Odumodublvck, and Omah Lay.

Before “Morayo,” Wizkid released some other music. In 2023, he made a short album called “S2.” It had songs with other artists like Zlatan and Wande Coal.

Also, in 2022, Wizkid released an album called “More Love, Less Ego.” This album had popular songs like “Money & Love” and “Bad To Me.”

Many people are excited to hear “Morayo.”

But Wizkid said something that surprised his fans. He wrote on Instagram that he doesn’t want to be connected to Afrobeats anymore. He also said that people who liked his first album “Superstar” and Afrobeats might not like his new music.

This message from Wizkid has made people even more curious about what “Morayo” will sound like. Indeed, they wonder if his music style has changed a lot.

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Rema’s ‘Raves & Roses’ Surpasses 100 Weeks On Billboard 200 Chart

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July 3, 2024

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Raves & Roses surpasses 100 weeks on Billboard 200 | Fab.ng

Nigerian Afrobeats is taking the world by storm. Rema is at the forefront of this movement with his “Raves & Roses”. His award-winning music has not only achieved massive success in his home country but is also breaking records internationally.

Rema’s debut album, “Raves & Roses,” continues to be a global phenomenon.

Fueled by the mega-hit single “Calm Down,” the album has spent a staggering 100 weeks on the Billboard 200 Global Chart. With that, Rema is right behind Wizkid’s record-breaking “Made In Lagos” (133 weeks). This extended stay on the chart speaks volumes about the enduring popularity of “Raves & Roses” and Rema’s ability to create music with lasting appeal.

BREAKING: @heisrema’s “Rave & Roses” has now spent a milestone 100 WEEKS on the Billboard World Albums chart. 🇺🇸🌍

— It is the first African album since “Made in Lagos”(133Wks) to spend 100 Weeks on the chart. pic.twitter.com/w54C1GyPaU

— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) July 2, 2024

But Rema’s impact isn’t limited to album sales. “Calm Down” itself is a record-breaker, holding the Guinness World Record for the first-ever number-one song on the MENA chart. This recognition highlights the song’s international reach and influence.

The United States, in particular, has become a fertile ground for Rema’s success.

“Calm Down” soared to the coveted number three spot on the Billboard Hot 100. That was the highest peak ever achieved by a song from a Nigerian artist. It also shattered another record by holding its position on the chart for over 52 weeks, the longest run for a Nigerian artist song.

These achievements are further amplified by the song’s 4x RIAA Platinum certification in the US and its historic milestone of becoming the first African song to surpass 1 billion streams there. This is a monumental feat that paves the way for future Afrobeats artists and signifies a major win for the entire Nigerian music industry.

Rema isn’t resting on his laurels. He kicked off 2024 with a bang by collaborating with fellow Benin City star Shallipopi on “Benin Boys.” This song debuted at number one on the TurnTable Top 100 chart.

Rema’s record-breaking achievements are more than just personal victories. They mark a significant step forward for Afrobeats as a whole.

By captivating international audiences and breaking records, Rema is propelling Afrobeats into the mainstream spotlight and paving the way for other Nigerian artists to follow in his footsteps.

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