Davido, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr and Others Nominated for 2026 Grammy

The 2026 Grammy nominations have once again placed Africa at the heart of global music, celebrating a list that reflects both the continent’s diversity and its cultural vitality. In the Best African Music Performance category, some of the biggest names in Afrobeats and Amapiano stand side by side Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr, Tyla, and Eddy Kenzo.

Burna Boy: Instagram

Burna Boy’s “Love” continues his legacy as one of Africa’s most decorated global artists, combining soulfulness with rhythm in a way that’s become uniquely his.

Omah Lay & Davido: Instagram

Davido’s “With You” featuring Omah Lay mirrors the emotional soul of modern Afrobeats, a mixture of melody and storytelling that has shaped Nigeria’s musical identity.

Wizkid & Ayra Starr: Instagram

Ayra Starr, the youngest of the group, earns a nomination for “Gimme Dat” with Wizkid a collaboration that redefines female presence in Afrobeats with confidence and versatility.

Tyla: Instagram

Meanwhile, Tyla’s “Push 2 Start” continues her rapid ascent, bringing South African Amapiano to new heights with the same international appeal that made “Water” a worldwide hit.

Eddy Kenzo: Instagram

Uganda’s Eddy Kenzo rounds out the category with “Hope & Love,” a record that channels the spiritual rhythm and optimism often woven into African music.

The recognition of these artists’ success is a reflection of how African music has evolved into a global force. From Lagos to Johannesburg, the continent’s sound continues to shape playlists, stages, and cultural conversations worldwide.
As the world anticipates the Grammy stage, one thing is certain: Africa isn’t just part of the global music story it’s leading it.