Burna Boy speaks on what his Grammy means for Africa as he covers British GQ Magazine
Burna Boy discusses his humble beginnings, his journey and Grammy Award win on the cover of British GQ.
Burna Boy wearing a clear Louis Vuitton suit on the cover on GQ {twitter/britishGQ}
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In the interview, he discusses his humble beginnings in Port Harcourt.
From growing up around a predominantly musical environment to watching the Grammy Awards, knowing that someday somehow he would win the award himself.
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The interview takes us on a journey into Burna’s past, his evolution from his time in London and moving back to Nigeria.
The interview mentions 'Ye' as his breakout song and how he was nominated in 2020 for his album 'African Giant'; eventhough he lost to Angelique Kidjo, the Beninese singer.
Burna Boy is on the cover of British GQ {gqmagazineuk}
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No doubt Burna Boy made Nigeria proud with his Grammy win. He was given a grand welcome in his hometown of Port Harcourt afterwards.
What makes Burna Boy a unique artist is how distinct and yet incredibly African he sounds; that is how he became the first solo Nigerian artist to win a Grammy.
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Burna Boy wearing a boss round neck, Deola Sagoe pants and Givenchy shoes {gqmagazineuk}
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He tells GQ that his win, is one for Africa, as he is breaking whatever mental limitation that might have existed in our collective mentalities as a result of oppression, making Africans realize it is possible.
“I realize that things are bigger than me. I have to think for a whole generation," he says.
Burna Boy in Louis Vuitton {gqmagazineuk}
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The interview discusses how the political climate of Nigeria influences his music.
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His win is pivotal as it came at a time where Africans are making giant strides and breaking grounds in movies, music and entertainment.
Styled by his sister Ronami Ogulu, He wears a Louis Vuitton suit for the cover.
He also spots a round-neck shirt from Boss, Deola Sagoe pants and Givenchy shoes.
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