Burna Boy
Burna Boy is a prominent Nigerian musician who is known for his afro-fusion style of music, which fuses elements of afrobeat, dancehall, reggae, hip hop and pop. He is also the founder and CEO of Spaceship Collective, a record label and entertainment company that houses many talented artists such as Buju, Nissi and LeriQ.
Burna Boy was born on 2 July 1991 in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, as Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu. He is the grandson of Benson Idonije, a veteran broadcaster and music critic who managed Fela Kuti. He grew up in Lagos and Rivers State, where he attended Montessori International School and Corona Secondary School. He then moved to London to study media technology at the University of Sussex, but dropped out after two years. He returned to Nigeria and started making music under the stage name Burna Boy.
Burna Boy rose to fame after releasing his debut single “Like to Party” in 2012, which was a hit across Nigeria and Africa. He then released his debut studio album L.I.F.E (2013), which featured other successful singles such as “Tonight”, “Run My Race” and “Yawa Dey”. He won the Best New Act of the Year award at the Nigeria Entertainment Awards 2013 and was nominated for Next Rated at The Headies 2013.
Since then, Burna Boy has become one of the most successful and influential artists in Africa and beyond. He has released several albums and singles that have achieved gold and platinum status. Some of his hit songs include “Ye”, “On the Low”, “Gbona”, “Anybody”, “Odogwu”, “Wonderful” and “Kilometre”. He has collaborated with many local and international artists such as Wizkid, Davido, Stormzy, Ed Sheeran, Sia, Sam Smith and Chris Martin. He has also performed in many countries around the world and has won many awards and honors, such as four MTV Africa Music Awards, two BET Awards, two MOBO Awards, two All Africa Music Awards and a Grammy Award.
Burna Boy is not only a musician but also a philanthropist and a businessman. He has supported various social causes such as education, health, sports and environmental conservation. He has also invested in various sectors such as media, gaming, fashion and real estate. He is the owner of Spaceship TV and Spaceship Radio, which are platforms for showcasing Nigerian entertainment and culture. He is also the founder of Spaceship Bet, which is a gaming company that operates in Nigeria and Ghana. He is also the owner of Spaceship Mining Company Limited, which deals with gold mining and trading. He also owns several properties in Nigeria and abroad.
Burna Boy is a father of one child with Stefflon Don, a British rapper and singer whom he has been dating since 2019. He is currently single and focusing on his career and family.
Burna Boy is a legend of afro-fusion music who has influenced many generations of musicians and fans. He is a versatile artist who has experimented with different genres and styles of music. He is a cultural icon who has contributed to the promotion of Nigerian culture and identity. He is also a controversial figure who has faced criticism and legal troubles for his actions and behavior.