Nigerian musician Burna Boy, whose real name is Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, is scheduled to perform live on YouTube on July 26th in honor of the 5th anniversary of his album ‘African Giant.’ Additionally, this performance will be part of a special YouTube Night event.
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The 33-year-old singer and songwriter will be holding a free concert for all his fans as a thank you for their immense support
The YouTube Music Night is always special because it includes performances from a range of artists, offering an eclectic evening 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 shared his excitement for the event, explaining that he was grateful to celebrate the 5th anniversary of ‘African Giant’ with the support of YouTube Music. Additionally, he emphasized how meaningful the celebration was for him.
“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.” Burna boy shared
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Burna Boy Message to Fans
Touching on why he decided to hold the virtual concert, Burna Boy praised his fans, revealing the immense love and gratitude he has toward them. Moreover, he highlighted how their support has been a driving force behind this special event.
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Burna boy added that performing songs for his fans was always a reminder of the journey they had shared and the cultural impact they had made together. Furthermore, this connection underscored the importance of their shared experiences.
“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.”
The concert will be live streamed exclusively on Burna Boy’s YouTube channel.
YouTube’s Excitement
Addy Awofisayo, Head of Music at YouTube in Africa, expressed his excitement about having Burna Boy on YouTube Music Night. She also mentioned how thrilled they were to feature such a talented artist.
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“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.
African Giant’s hit singles include “On the Low,” “Dangote,” “Wetin Man Go Do,” and “Gum Body.” As a result, Burna Boy made a significant international breakthrough with the album, which subsequently received a Grammy nomination for Best World Music Album.