Top African stars Asake, Burna Boy, Rema, Tems, and Tyla are vying for the coveted Top Afrobeats Artist title at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards, highlighting the global rise of African music.
Tems shines with a nomination for Top Afrobeats Song with her hit track “Me & U.” Tyla makes a remarkable mark, securing three entries in the same category: “Water,” “Truth or Dare,” and “Jump,” a collaboration with Gunna and Skillibeng.
On the leaderboard of nominations, Taylor Swift reigns supreme, leading with a staggering 17 entries across 16 categories, including Top Artist and Top Female Artist. The record-breaking icon continues to solidify her dominance as the most decorated female artist in BBMA history. Drake closely follows with eight nominations, including Top Artist and Top Billboard 200 Artist. Kendrick Lamar also earns eight nods, competing in categories like Top Rap Artist alongside Metro Boomin and Future.
In the rap scene, women are making waves. Nicki Minaj stands out with multiple nominations, including Top Rap Touring Artist, while GloRilla holds her own in key categories. SZA, another standout, garners six nominations, including Top Female Artist and Top Billboard 200 Artist.
A surprise twist sees Beyoncé breaking into the country genre this year, earning nominations for Top Country Female Artist and Top Country Album with Cowboy Carter. Other major contenders include The Weeknd, Brent Faiyaz, Doja Cat, and Chris Brown, ensuring a star-studded night filled with incredible talent.
With such a diverse lineup and an electrifying blend of genres, the 2024 Billboard Music Awards promise an unforgettable celebration of music’s best. Don’t miss the action on December 12!
