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Burna Boy speaks on what his Grammy means for Africa as he covers British GQ Magazine

Burna Boy wearing a clear Louis Vuitton suit on the cover on GQ {twitter/britishGQ}
Burna Boy wearing a clear Louis Vuitton suit on the cover on GQ {twitter/britishGQ}
Burna Boy discusses his humble beginnings, his journey and Grammy Award win on the cover of British GQ.
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Born Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, Grammy Award-winning Afro-fusion artist, Burna Boy is on the cover of British GQ

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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.

The interview takes us on a journey into Burna’s past, his evolution from his time in London and moving back to Nigeria.

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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 on GQ {gqmagazineuk}
Burna Boy is on the cover of British GQ {gqmagazineuk}

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.

Burna Boy wearing a boss round neck, Deola Sagoe pants and Givenchy shoes {gqmagazineuk}
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}
Burna Boy in Louis Vuitton {gqmagazineuk}

The interview discusses how the political climate of Nigeria influences his music.

His win is pivotal as it came at a time where Africans are making giant strides and breaking grounds in movies, music and entertainment.

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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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