Burna Boy Reflects On Journey To Fame, Wealth

Nigerian Afrobeat star, Damini Ogulu popularly known as Burna Boy, aged 33, has taken to social media to share a powerful reflection on his financial journey, revealing that he now has more wealth than many individuals he once admired. In a post on his Instagram story, he reminisced about his upbringing, recalling a time when he believed that only politicians, oil magnates, and certain wealthy individuals had access to significant financial success. For him, the world of music seemed far removed from any meaningful discussion about wealth.Burna Boy rose to fame after his hit song “Ye” became a global sensation, propelling him into the spotlight and redefining the perception of African music on the world stage. Fast forward to the present, and he proudly announced that he surpasses 90% of those he previously looked up to as money makers, a statement that underscores the dramatic shift in the music industry’s financial landscape. His rise to fame has redefined the idea of wealth in entertainment, showcasing that artists can indeed achieve remarkable financial success. In his message, Burna Boy also offered motivation to his fans, urging them to never underestimate anyone, especially the younger generation. He emphasized that anyone could be the next big success story, drawing a parallel between his journey and the potential for others to rise to great heights. He wrote: “Imagine growing up and only politicians and oil men were the ones really getting REAL money followed by the G boys. Music was not even in the conversation when money was the Topic. Now, an ugly black musician from Port Harcourt got more money than 90% of the people he looked up to as moneymakers. This is why I never count any young people out, because they could be Elon Musk tomorrow typing this same message”.

2023 Headies: Rema, Asake, Burna Boy win big at 16th Awards

 Nigerian musician Divine Ikubor, known professionally as Rema’s most popular single, Calm Down won several awards on Sunday night at the 16th Headies in Atlanta, Georgia. The event, tagged “Celebrating African Renaissance,” was hosted by Nollywood actress, Osas Ighodaro and American media personality, Terrence J. Rema won Best Male artist, African Artist of the Year and Digital artist of the year. Also, Ahmed Ololade, known professionally as Asake, walked home with a brand-new car after winning the highly coveted Next Rated category while Damini Ogulu, professionally known as Burna Boy’s Last Last won Afrobeats single of the year and Song of the Year. Other winners of the night include Seyi Vibez, Spyro, Odumodublvck, Rexxie, Blaq Bonez and others. Meanwhile, the organisers didn’t present some of the categories, including Best Recording of The Year, Songwriter of The Year, Best RnB Single, Best Vocal Performance (Female), Headies Viewers’ Choice, Best East African artiste of the year, and Best North African Artiste of The Year. Others are Best Southern African Artiste of The Year, Best Central African Artiste of The Year, International Artiste Of The Year, Best Alternative Album, and Best RnB Album. ROOKIE OF THE YEAR Odumodublvck – (Winner) PRODUCER OF THE YEAR Rexxie (Abracadabra) – (Winner) SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR “Loyal” Simi – (Winner) BEST R&B SINGLE “For My Hand” by Bruna Boy ft ED Sheeran – (Winner) BEST RAP SINGLE “Declan Rice” by Odumodublvck – (Winner) BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (FEMALE) “In Between” Waje – (Winner) BEST VOCAL PERFORMANCE (MALE) “Kpe Paso” Wande Coal – (Winner) BEST ALTERNATIVE SONG “Earth Song” by Wizard Chan – (Winner) BEST MUSIC VIDEO “Calm Down (Remix)” by Director K – (Winner) BEST RECORDING OF THE YEAR “Soweto” by Victony and Tempoe – (Winner) BEST COLLABORATION Spyro ft. Tiwa Savage– “Who’s Your Guy Remix” – (Winner) BEST STREET-HOP ARTISTE Seyi Vibez – “Chance (Na Ham)” – (Winner) AFROBEATS SINGLE OF THE YEAR “Last Last” – Burna Boy – (Winner) HEADIES’ VIEWERS’ CHOICE Victony & Tempoe – “Soweto” – (Winner) BEST R&B ALBUM The Brother’s Keeper – Chike – (Winner) BEST ALTERNATIVE ALBUM Gbagada Express – Boj – (Winner) BEST RAP ALBUM Young Preacher – Blaqbonez – (Winner) ALBUM OF THE YEAR Mr Money With The Vibe – Asake – (Winner) SONG OF THE YEAR “Last Last” – Burna Boy – (Winner) BEST FEMALE ARTISTE Ayra Starr – (Winner) BEST MALE ARTISTE Rema – (Winner) NEXT RATED Asake – (Winner) AFRICAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR Rema (Nigeria) – (Winner) LYRICIST ON THE ROLL Payper Corleone – “Fly Talk Only” – (Winner) BEST INSPIRATIONAL SINGLE “Eze Ebube” – Neon Adejo – (Winner) DIGITAL ARTISTE OF THE YEAR Rema – (Winner) BEST WEST AFRICAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR Black Sherif (Ghana) – (Winner) BEST EAST AFRICAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR Diamond Platnumz – (Winner) BEST NORTH AFRICAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR El Grande Toto – Morocco – (Winner) BEST SOUTHERN AFRICAN ARTISTE OF THE YEAR Focalistic – South Africa – (Winner) HALL OF FAME Youssou N’dour SPECIAL RECOGNITION SOUND SULTAN