Nigerian music stars Burna Boy, Davido, and Tems are flying the flag high as they secure nominations for the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
The announcement dropped Thursday, with the organizers releasing a liist of nominees for the awards, now in its 12th edition.
In the ‘Best R&B Song’ category, Davido and Lojay bagged a nomination for their collaboration with Chris Brown on Sensational. They’ll be going head-to-head with South African breakout star Tyla and her viral hit, Water.
Meanwhile, Burna Boy and Tems clinched spots in the coveted ‘World Artiste of the Year’ category, rubbing shoulders with UK rap prodigy Central Cee, Tyla, and Jamaican singer YG Marley.
The ceremony, set for March 17, will light up the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles and will air on Fox TV. Fans can expect powerhouse performances from a lineup that includes Beyoncé, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, and Megan Thee Stallion.
Heavy Hitters, Fierce Competition
The iHeartRadio Music Awards is primed to deliver fireworks across its categories. Heavyweights like Taylor Swift, SZA, Kendrick Lamar, and Doja Cat dominate the ‘Artiste of the Year’ lineup, while global favorites like Billie Eilish and Morgan Wallen also make their mark.
The ‘Song of the Year’ battlefield is equally stacked, featuring Post Malone and Morgan Wallen’s I Had Some Help, Kendrick Lamar’s Not Like Us, and Doja Cat’s Agora Hills.
For collaborations, big names like Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, and Taylor Swift are in the mix, with Die With A Smile and Fortnight among the top contenders.
And let’s not forget the showstopper categories. Nigerian superstars Burna Boy and Tems are set to square off with an elite roster in the ‘World Artiste of the Year’ race, a clear testament to the global takeover of Afrobeats.
Africa to the World
This year’s nominations underline the undeniable dominance of African artistes on the global stage. Davido and Lojay’s nod in the R&B category marks yet another milestone for Nigerian music, while Burna Boy and Tems continue their trailblazing streak with nominations that scream international clout.
As the countdown to March 17 begins, the Dolby Theatre is set to host an unforgettable night celebrating the best in music.
