‘African Giant’ Album Holds A Special Place In My Heart – Burna Boy
Nigerian singer Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy gave his fans breathtaking performances as he hosted a YouTube Live show to commemorate the 5th anniversary of his critically-acclaimed album ‘African Giant’ on Friday.
The YouTube music night special included performances from a variety of artists.
The award-winning Grammy winner, who has an impressive five million subscribers, took the stage by storm, performing songs from his fourth studio album.
He expressed his excitement for the event, saying, “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.
“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.”
Addy Awofisayo, Head of Music at YouTube in Africa, said, “We are thrilled to present Burna Boy on YouTube Music Nights, celebrating the 5th anniversary of his groundbreaking album, African Giant”.
The album debuted in 2019 and is a blend of Afrobeat, dancehall, pop, and hip-hop.
It features international artists like Jorja Smith, Jeremih, Future, Damian Marley, and YG.
