Bisina SomtoBurna Boy has achieved a milestone by receiving a remarkable 11 plaques in recognition of his music especially, for his ‘Love, Damini’ Album. This acknowledgment was bestowed upon him by TurnTable charts on the 24th of October, 2023, and was celebrated at an exclusive private event in Lagos.
The certifications presented to Burna Boy are as follows:
Love Damini – 5x Platinum (The highest certified album in Nigerian history)
Sungba (Remix) – 4x Platinum (The highest certified single in Nigerian history)
Last Last – 3x Platinum
Common Person – 3x Platinum
For My Hand – 2x Platinum
It’s Plenty – 2x Platinum
D’or – Platinum
Second Sermon (Remix) – Platinum
I Told Them – Platinum
Different Size – Platinum
Alone – Gold
This unprecedented feat not only showcases Burna Boy’s exceptional talent but also underscores the remarkable growth of the Nigerian music industry. His achievements resonate globally, emphasizing the rich musical culture that Nigeria has to offer.
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Burna Boy’s relentless dedication to his craft, complemented by the unwavering support of his fans, continues to elevate the status of Nigerian music on the international stage. This historic certification is a testament to his impressive commercial success, which has been consistently on the rise since he gained international recognition with his hit single ‘YE’ in 2018.
Burna Boy made history by becoming the first Afrobeats artist to win a Grammy with his critically acclaimed 2020 album ‘Twice As Tall,’ earning five Grammy nominations since his first in 2019 with ‘African Giant.’ Among his many groundbreaking achievements is his record-setting headline performance at London Stadium with a capacity of 60,000.
He also became the first African artist to headline a stadium concert in the United States when he sold out the 40,000-seat Citi Field stadium in New York.
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