Nigerian Artists Submit Big for the 2025 Grammys Consideration

Who Will Make the Nomination Cut?

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As the 67th Grammy Awards draw closer, excitement builds across the global music industry. Scheduled for February 2nd, 2025, in Los Angeles, the Grammys remain one of the most prestigious events, celebrating musical excellence from every corner of the world. With this in mind, artists are eagerly submitting their work, hoping for a nomination. Among those making a strong push for recognition are Nigerian artists, whose talent and creativity continue to gain international acclaim. From new sounds to collaborations, these artists have submitted their projects for consideration across various categories, showcasing the depth and diversity of Nigerian music.

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Rema

Rema — Best New Artiste

“HEIS” — Album of the Year, Best Global Music Album

“Benin Boys” featuring Shallipopi — Song of the Year, Record of the Year, Best African Music Performance, Best Music Video

“Ozeba” — Best Global Music Performance

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Tems

“Born In The Wild” – Album of the Year, Best Global Music Album, Best Engineered Album (Non-Classical)

“Love Me Jeje” – Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best African Music Performance, Best Music Video

“Burning” – Best R&B Performance, Best R&B Song

“Free Fall” featuring J Cole – Best Melodic Rap Performance

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Arya Starr

“The Year I Turned 21” — Album of the Year, Best Global Music Album

“Commas”: Record of the Year, Song Of The Year, Best African Music Performance

“Bora Bora”: Record Of The Year, Song Of The Year, Best Global Music Performance

“Hype”: Best Global Music Performance

“You’re Hired”: Best Global Music Performance

“Big FU”: Best Pop Duo/Group Performance

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Asake

“MMS” featuring Wizkid — Best African Music Performance

“Lungu Boy” — Album of the year, Best Global Album

“Active” featuring Travis Scott — Recording of the Year

Zlatan “Bust Down” featuring Asake — Best African Music Performance

Ayra Starr “Goodbye” featuring Asake — Best Music Video

Sarz, Gunna and Asake “Happiness” — Best Music Video

Below are the key dates to know for the Grammys season:

Oct. 4, 2024 – Oct. 15, 2024: First Round Voting

Nov. 8, 2024: 67th GRAMMY Awards Nominations

Dec. 12, 2024 – Jan. 3, 2025: Final Round Voting

Feb. 2, 2025: 67th GRAMMY Awards

With such a range of submissions, the competition is intense, but it’s also a testament to the incredible talent coming out of Nigeria. Each artist has carefully crafted their entries, representing the best of what the country has to offer in terms of creativity, innovation, and global appeal. As Grammy season progresses and the voting rounds unfold, fans across the globe will be watching closely to see which Nigerian stars make the final cut. Whether it’s Rema’s energetic beats, Tems’ soulful melodies, Ayra Starr’s fresh perspectives, or Asake’s infectious rhythms, one thing is clear—Nigeria’s presence at the Grammys will be felt in a big way. The anticipation is high, and the music world waits eagerly for the moment when the nominations are announced, bringing us one step closer to the grand event in February 2025.