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The ancipated Grammy award for 2020
has finally come and gone and we compile the list of winners on the
various categories with winners on each categories as they were
nominate. The Grammy Awards 2020 Winners was unforgetable night
for some international and local artists wo were nominated including
song writters, producers and also directors.

And we mut also said that it was a disappointing night for some Nigerians as Angelique Kidjo beats Burna Boy and others to win the Best World Music Album award. We expected Burna boy to win in his categories, but it was unfortunate that Angelique Kidjo Beat him to win the BEST WORLD MUSIC ALBUM.

Who won the most Grammys 2020?
It was an unforgetable night for Artist like Billie Eilish Sweeps who won in four major in four categories including BEST NEW ARTIST, SONG OF THE YEAR, RECORD OF THE YEAR and ALBULM OF THE YEAR Respectively.

Who won country Grammy 2020?
Tanya Tucker Wins Best Country Album For ‘While I’m Livin” | 2020 GRAMMYs. Tanya Tucker has won Best Country Album for While I’m Livin’ at the 62nd GRAMMY Awards.

Bellow is the FULL List Of Winners:-

Record Of The Year

“Hey, Ma” — Bon Iver
WINNER: “Bad Guy” — Billie Eilish
“7 Rings” — Ariana Grande
“Hard Place” — H.E.R.
“Talk” — Khalid
“Old Town Road” — Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrus
“Truth Hurts” — Lizzo
“Sunflower” — Post Malone & Swae Lee

Album Of The Year

I, I — Bon Iver
Norman F***ing Rockwell! — Lana Del Rey
WINNER: When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? — Billie Eilish
Thank U, Next — Ariana Grande
I Used to Know Her — H.E.R.
7 — Lil Nas X
Cuz I Love You (Deluxe) — Lizzo
Father of the Bride — Vampire Weekend

Song Of The Year

“Always Remember Us This Way” — Natalie Hemby, Lady Gaga, Hillary Lindsey, & Lori McKenna, songwriters (Lady Gaga)
WINNER: “Bad Guy” — Billie Eilish O’Connell & Finneas O’Connell, songwriters (Billie Eilish)
“Bring My Flowers Now” — Brandi Carlile, Phil Hanseroth, Tim Hanseroth, & Tanya Tucker, songwriters (Tanya Tucker)
“Hard Place” — Ruby Amanfu, Sam Ashworth, D. Arcelious Harris. H.E.R. & Rodney Jerkins, songwriters (H.E.R.)
“Lover” — Taylor Swift, songwriter (Taylor Swift)
“Norman F—ing Rockwell” — Jack Antonoff & Lana Del Rey, songwriters (Lana Del Rey)
“Someone You Loved” — Tom Barnes, Lewis Capaldi, Pere Kelleher, Benjamin Kohn, & Sam Roman, songwriters (Lewis Capaldi)
“Truth Hurts” — Steven Cheung, Eric Frederic, Melissa Jefferson, & Jesse Saint John, songwriters (Lizzo)

Best New Artist

Black Pumas
WINNER: Billie Eilish
Lil Nas X
Lizzo
Maggie Rogers
Rosalia
Tank and the Bangas
Yola

Best Pop Solo Performance

“Spirit” — Beyoncé
“Bad Guy” — Billie Eilish
“7 Rings” — Ariana Grande
WINNER: “Truth Hurts” — Lizzo
“You Need to Calm Down” — Taylor Swift

Best Pop Duo/Group Performance

“Boyfriend” — Ariana Grande & Social House
“Sucker” — Jonas Brothers
WINNER: “Old Town Road” — Lil Nas X Featuring Billy Ray Cyrus
“Sunflower” — Post Malone & Swae Lee
“Senorita” — Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello

Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album

Si — Andrea Bocelli
Love (Deluxe Edition) — Michael Bublé
WINNER: Look Now — Elvis Costello & The Imposters
A Legendary Christmas — John Legend
Walls, Barbra Streisand

Best Pop Vocal Album

The Lion King: The Gift — Beyoncé
WINNER: When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? — Billie Eilish
Thank U, Next — Ariana Grande
No. 6 Collaborations Project, — Ed Sheeran
Lover — Taylor Swift

Best Dance Recording

“Linked” — Bonobo
WINNER: “Got to Keep On” — The Chemical Brothers
“Piece of Your Heart” — Meduza Featuring Goodboys
“Underwater” — Rufus Du Sol
“Midnight, Hour” — Skrillex & Boys Noize Featuring Ty Dolla $ign Boys Noize & Skrillex

Best Dance/Electronic Album

LP5 — Apparat
WINNER: No Geography — The Chemical Brothers
Hi This Is Flume (Mixtape) — Flume
Solace — Rufus Du Sol
Weather — Tycho

Best Contemporary Instrumental Album

Ancestral Recall — Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah
Star People Nation — Theo Croker
Beat Music! Beat Music! Beat Music! — Mark Guiliana
Elevate — Lettuce
WINNER: Mettavolution — Rodrigo y Gabriela

Best Rock Performance

“Pretty Waste” — Bones UK
WINNER: “This Land” — Gary Clark Jr.
“History Repeats” — Brittany Howard
“Woman” — Karen O & Danger Mouse
“Too Bad” — Rival Sons

Best Metal Performance

“Astorlus – The Great Octopus” — Candlemass Featuring Tony Iommi
“Humanicide” — Death Angel
“Bow Down” — I Prevail
“Unleashed” — Killswitch Engage
WINNER: “7empest” — Tool

Best Rock Song

“Fear Inoculum” — Danny Carey, Justin Chancellor, Adam Jones, & Maynard James Keenan, songwriters (Tool)
“Give Yourself a Try” — George Daniel, Adam Hann, Matthew Healy, & Ross MacDonald, songwriters (The 1975)
“Harmony Hall” — Ezra Koenig, songwriter (Vampire Weekend)
“History Repeats” — Brittany Howard, songwriter (Brittany Howard)
WINNER: “This Land” — Gary Clark Jr., songwriter (Gary Clark Jr.)

Best Rock Album

Amo — Bring Me the Horizon
WINNER: Social Cues — Cage the Elephant
In the End — The Cranberries
Trauma — I Prevail
Feral Roots — Rival Sons

Best Alternative Music Album

U.F.O.F. — Big Thief
Assume Form — James Blake
I,I — Bon Iver
WINNER: Father of the Bride — Vampire Weekend
Anima — Thom Yorke

Best R&B Performance

“Love Again” — Daniel Caesar & Brandy
Could’ve Been” — H.E.R. Featuring Bryson Tiller
“Exactly How I Feel” — Lizzo Featuring Gucci Mane
“Roll Some Mo” — Lucky Daye
WINNER: “Come Home” — Anderson .Paak Featuring André 3000

Best Traditional R&B Performance

“Time Today” — BJ the Chicago Kid
“Steady Love” — India.Arie
WINNER: “Jerome” — Lizzo
“Real Games” — Lucky Daye
“Built for Love” — PJ Morton Featuring Jazmine Sullivan

Best R&B Song

“Could’ve
Been” — Dernst Emile II, David “Swagg R’Celious” Harris, H.E.R., &
Hue “Soundzfire” Strother, songwriters (H.E.R. Featuring Bryson Tiller)
“Look at Me Now” — Emily King & Jeremy Most, songwriters (Emily King)
“No
Guidance” — Chris Brown, Tyler James Bryant, Nija Charles, Aubrey
Graham, Anderson Hernandez, Michee Patrick Lebrun, Joshua Lewis, Noah
Shebib, & Teddy Walton, songwriters (Chris Brown Featuring Drake)
“Roll Some Mo” — David Brown, Dernst Emile II, & Peter Lee Johnson, songwriters (Lucky Daye)
WINNER: “Sayso” — PJ Morton, songwriter (PJ Morton Featuring JoJo)

Best Urban Contemporary Album

Apollo XXI — Steve Lacy
WINNER: Cuz I Love You (Deluxe) — Lizzo
Overload — Georgia Anne Muldrow
Saturn — Nao
Being Human in Public — Jessie Reyez

Best R&B Album

1123 — BJ the Chicago Kid
Painted — Lucky Daye
Ella Mai — Ella Mai
Paul — PJ Morton
WINNER: Ventura — Anderson .Paak

Best Rap Performance

“Middle Child” — J. Cole
“Suge” — DaBaby
WINNER:”Racks in the Middle” — Nipsey Hussle Featuring Roddy Ricch & Hit-Boy
“Down Bad” — Dreamville Featuring J.I.D, Bas, J. Cole, EARTHGANG & Young Nudy
“Clout” — Offset Featuring Cardi B

Best Rap/Sung Performance

WINNER: “Higher” — DJ Khaled Featuring Nipsey Hussle & John Legend
“Drip Too Hard” — Lil Baby & Gunna
“Panini” — Lil Nas X
“Ballin” — Mustard Featuring Roddy Ricch
“The London” — Young Thug Featuring J. Cole & Travis Scott

Best Rap Song

“Bad
Idea” — Chancelor Bennett, Cordae Dunston, Uforo Ebong, & Daniel
Hackett, songwriters (YBN Cordae Featuring Chance The Rapper)
“Gold
Roses” — Noel Cadastre, Aubrey Graham, Anderson Hernandez, Khristopher
Riddick-Tynes, William Leonard Roberts II, Joshua Quinton Scruggs, Leon
Thomas III, & Ozan Yildirim, songwriters (Rick Ross Featuring Drake)
WINNER: “A Lot” — Jermaine Cole, Dacoury Natche, 21 Savage, & Anthony White, songwriters (21 Savage Featuring J. Cole)
“Racks
in the Middle” — Ermias Asghedom, Dustin James Corbett, Greg Allen
Davis, Chauncey Hollis Jr., & Rodrick Moore, songwriters (Nipsey
Hussle Featuring Roddy Ricch & Hit-Boy)
“Suge” — DaBaby, Jetsonmade, & Pooh Beatz, songwriters (DaBaby)

Best Rap Album

Revenge of the Dreamers III — Dreamville
Championships — Meek Mill
I Am > I Was — 21 Savage
WINNER: Igor — Tyler, the Creator
The Lost Boy — YBN Cordae

Best Country Solo Performance

“All Your’n” — Tyler Childers
“Girl Goin’ Nowhere” — Ashley McBryde
WINNERS: “Ride Me Back Home” — Willie Nelson
“God’s Country” — Blake Shelton
“Bring My Flowers Now” — Tanya Tucker

Best Country Duo/Group Performance

“Brand New Man” — Brooks & Dunn With Luke Combs
“I Don’t Remember Me (Before You)” — Brothers Osborne
WINNER: “Speechless” — Dan + Shay
“The Daughters” — Little Big Town
“Common” — Maren Morris Featuring Brandi Carlile

Best Country Song

WINNER: “Bring My Flowers Now” — Brandi Carlile, Phil Hanseroth, Tim Hanseroth, & Tanya Tucker, songwriters (Tanya Tucker)
“Girl Goin’ Nowhere” — Jeremy Bussey & Ashley McBryde, songwriters (Ashley McBryde)
“It All Comes Out in the Wash” — Miranda Lambert, Hillary Lindsey, Lori McKenna, & Liz Rose, songwriters (Miranda Lambert)
“Some of It” — Eric Church, Clint Daniels, Jeff Hyde, & Bobby Pinson, songwriters (Eric Church)
“Speechless” — Shay Mooney, Jordan Reynolds, Dan Smyers, & Laura Veltz, songwriters (Dan + Shay)

Best Country Album

Desperate Man — Eric Church
Stronger Than the Truth — Reba McEntire
Interstate Gospel — Pistol Annies
Center Point Road — Thomas Rhett
WINNER: While I’m Livin’ — Tanya Tucker

Best New Age Album

Fairy Dreams — David Arkenstone
Homage to Kindness — David Darling
WINNER: Wings — Peter Kater
Verve — Sebastian Plano
Deva — Deva Premal

Best Improvised Jazz Solo

“Elsewhere” — Melissa Aldana, soloist
WINNER: “Sozinho” — Randy Brecker, soloist
“Tomorrow Is the Question” — Julian Lage, soloist
“The Windup” — Branford Marsalis, soloist
“Sightseeing” — Christian McBride, soloist

Best Jazz Vocal Album

Thirsty Ghost — Sara Gazarek
Love & Liberation — Jazzmeia Horn
Alone Together — Catherine Russell
WINNER: 12 Little Spells — Esperanza Spalding
Screenplay — The Tierney Sutton Band

Best Jazz Instrumental Album

In the Key of the Universe — Joey DeFrancesco
The Secret Between the Shadow and the Soul — Branford Marsalis Quartet
Christian McBride’s New Jawn — Christian McBride
WINNER: Finding Gabriel — Brad Mehldau
Come What May — Joshua Redman Quartet

Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album

Triple Helix — Anat Cohen Tentet
Dance in Nowhere — Miho Hazama
Hiding Out — Mike Holober & The Gotham Jazz Orchestra
WINNER: The Omni-American Book Club — Brian Lynch Big Band
One Day Wonder — Terraza Big Band

Best Latin Jazz Album

WINNER: Antidote — Chick Corea & The Spanish Heart Band
Sorte!
— Music by John Finbury, Thalma de Freitas With Vitor Gonçalves, John
Patitucci, Chico Pinheiro, Rogerio Boccato, & Duduka Da Fonseca
Una Noche Con Ruben Blades — Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra With Wynton Marsalis & Rubén Blades
Carib, David Sánchez
Sonero: The Music of Ismael Rivera, Miguel Zenón

Best Gospel Performance/Song

WINNER: “Love Theory” — Kirk Franklin; Kirk Franklin, songwriter
“Talkin’ Bout Jesus” — Gloria Gaynor Featuring Yolanda Adams; Bryan Fowler, Gloria Gaynor, & Chris Stevens, songwriters
“See the Light” — Travis Greene Featuring Jekalyn Carr
“Speak the Name” — Koryn Hawthorne Featuring Natalie Grant
“This Is a Movie (Live)” — Tasha Cobbs Leonard; Tony Brown, Brandon Lake, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, & Nate Moore, songwriters

Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song

“Only Jesus” — Casting Crowns; Mark Hall, Bernie Herms, & Matthew West, songwriters
WINNER:
“God Only Knows” — For King & Country & Dolly Parton; Josh
Kerr, Jordan Reynolds, Joel Smallbone, Luke Smallbone, & Tedd
Tjornhom, songwriters

“Haven’t Seen It Yet” — Danny Gokey; Danny Gokey, Ethan Hulse, & Colby Wedgeworth, songwriters
“God’s Not Done With You (Single Version)” — Tauren Wells
“Rescue Story” — Zach Williams; Ethan Hulse, Andrew Ripp, Jonathan Smith, & Zach Williams, songwriters

Best Gospel Album

WINNER: Long Live Love — Kirk Franklin
Goshen — Donald Lawrence Presents the Tri -City Singers
Tunnel Vision — Gene Moore
Settle Here — William Murphy
Something’s Happening! A Christmas Album — CeCe Winans

Best Contemporary Christian Music Album

I Know a Ghost — Crowder
WINNER: Burn the Ships — For King & Country
Haven’t Seen It Yet — Danny Gokey
The Elements — TobyMac
Holy Roar — Chris Tomlin

Best Roots Gospel Album

Deeper Roots: Where the Bluegrass Grows — Steven Curtis Chapman
WINNER: Testimony — Gloria Gaynor
Deeper Oceans — Joseph Habedank
His Name Is Jesus — Tim Menzies
Gonna Sing, Gonna Shout (Various Artists) — Jerry Salley, Producer

Best Latin Pop Album

Vida — Luis Fonsi
11:11 — Maluma
Montaner — Ricardo Montaner
WINNER: #ELDISCO — Alejandro Sanz
Fantasia — Sebastian Yatra

Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album

X 100Pre — Bad Bunny
Oasis — J Balvin & Bad Bunny
Indestructible — Flor De Toloache
Almadura — iLe
WINNER: El Mal Querer — Rosalía

Best Regional Mexican Album (Including Tejano)

Caminado — Joss Favela
Percepcion — Intocable
Poco a Poco — La Energia Norteña
20 Aniversario — Mariachi Divas De Cindy Shea
WINNER: De Ayer Para Siempre — Mariachi Los Camperos

Best Tropical Latin Album

WINNER: Opus — Marc Anthony
Tiempo Al Tiempo — Luis Enrique + C4 Trio
Candela — Vicente García
Literal — Juan Luis Guerra 4.40
WINNER: A Journey Through Cuban Music — Aymée Nuviola

Best American Roots Performance

WINNER: “Saint Honesty” — Sara Bareilles
“Father Mountain” — Calexico and Iron & Wine
“I’m on My Way” — Rhiannon Giddens with Francesco Turrisi
“Call My Name” — I’m With Her
“Faraway Look” — Yola

Best American Roots Song

“Black Myself” — Amythyst Kiah, songwriter (Our Native Daughters)
WINNER: “Call My Name” — Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan, & Sara Watkins, songwriters (I’m With Her)
“Crossing to Jerusalem” — Rosanne Cash & John Leventhal, songwriters (Rosanne Cash)
“Faraway Look” — Dan Auerbach, Yola Carter, & Pat McLaughlin, songwriters (Yola)
“I Don’t Wanna Ride the Rails No More” — Vince Gill, songwriter (Vince Gill)

Best Americana Album

Years to Burn, Calexico And Iron & Wine
Who Are You Now, Madison Cunningham
WINNER: Oklahoma, Keb’ Mo’
Tales of America, J.S. Ondara
Walk Through Fire, Yola

Best Bluegrass Album

WINNER: Tall Fiddler, Michael Cleveland
Live in Prague, Czech Republic, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver
Toil, Tears & Trouble, The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys
Royal Traveller, Missy Raines
If You Can’t Stand the Heat, Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen

Best Traditional Blues Album

Kingfish, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram
WINNER: Tall, Dark & Handsome, Delbert McClinton & Self-Made Men
Sitting on Top of the Blues, Bobby Rush
Baby, Please Come Home, Jimmie Vaughan
Spectacular Class, Jontavious Willis

Best Contemporary Blues Album

WINNER: This Land, Gary Clark Jr.
Venom & Faith, Larkin Poe
Brighter Days, Robert Randolph & The Family Band
Somebody Save Me, Sugaray Rayford
Keep On, Southern Avenue

Best Folk Album

My Finest Work Yet, Andrew Bird
Rearrange My Heart, Che Apalache
WINNER: Patty Griffin, Patty Griffin
Evening Machines, Gregory Alan Isakov
Front Porch, Joy Williams

Best Regional Roots Music Album

Kalawai’Anui, Amy Hānaiali’i
When It’s Cold – Cree Round Dance Songs, Northern Cree
WINNER: Good Time, Ranky Tanky
Recorded at the 2019 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Rebirth Brass Band
Hawaiian Lullaby, (Various Artists), Imua Garza & Kimié Miner, producers

Best Reggae Album

WINNER: Rapture, Koffee
As I Am, Julian Marley
The Final Battle: Sly & Robbie Vs. Roots Radics, Sly & Robbie & Roots Radics
Mass Manipulation, Steel Pulse
More Work to Be Done, Third World

Best World Music Album

Gece, Altin Gün
What Heat, Bokanté & Metropole Orkest Conducted By Jules Buckley
African Giant, Burna Boy
Fanm D’Ayiti, Nathalie Joachim With Spektral Quartet
WINNER: Celia, Angelique Kidjo

Best Children’s Music Album

WINNER: Ageless Songs for the Child Archetype, Jon Samson
Flying High!, Caspar Babypants
I Love Rainy Days, Daniel Tashian
The Love, Alphabet Rockers
Winterland, The Okee Dokee Brothers

Best Spoken Word Album

Beastie Boys Book, (Various Artists) Michael Diamond, Adam Horovitz, Scott Sherratt & Dan Zitt, producers
WINNER: Becoming, Michelle Obama
I.V. Catatonia: 20 Years as a Two-Time Cancer Survivor, Eric Alexandrakis
Mr. Know-It-All, John Waters
Sekou Andrews & The String Theory, Sekou Andrews & The String Theory

Best Comedy Album

Quality Time, Jim Gaffigan
Relatable, Ellen DeGeneres
Right Now, Aziz Ansari
Son of Patricia, Trevor Noah
WINNER: Sticks & Stones, Dave Chappelle

Best Musical Theater Album

Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations
WINNER: Hadestown
Moulin Rouge! The Musical
The Music of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child – In Four Contemporary Suites
Oklahoma!

Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media

The Lion King: The Songs
Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Rocketman
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
WINNER: A Star Is Born

Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media

Avengers: Endgame
WINNER: Chernobyl
Game of Thrones: Season 8
The Lion King
Mary Poppins Returns

Best Song Written for Visual Media

“The Ballad of the Lonesome Cowboy,” From Toy Story 4
“Girl in the Movies,” From Dumplin’
WINNER: “I’ll Never Love Again” (Film Version), From A Star Is Born
“Spirit,” From The Lion King
“Suspirium,” From Suspiria

Best Album Notes

The Complete Cuban Jam Sessions — Judy Cantor-Navas, album notes writer (Various Artists)
The Gospel According to Malaco — Robert Marovich, album notes writer (Various Artists)
Pedal Steel + Four Corners — Brendan Greaves, album notes writer (Terry Allen And The Panhandle Mystery Band)
Pete Seeger: The Smithsonian Folkways Collection — Jeff Place, album notes writer (Pete Seeger)
WINNER: Stax ’68: A Memphis Story — Steve Greenberg, album notes writer (Various Artists)

Best Historical Album

The Girl From Chickasaw County – The
Complete Capitol Masters — Andrew Batt & Kris Maher, compilation
producers; Simon Gibson, mastering engineer (Bobbie Gentry)
The
Great Comeback: Horowitz at Carnegie Hall — Robert Russ, compilation
producer; Andreas K. Meyer & Jennifer Nulsen, mastering engineers
(Vladimir Horowitz)
Kankyo Ongaku: Japanese Ambient, Environmental
& New AGe MMusic 1980-1990 — Spencer Doran, Yosuke Kitazawa,
Douglas Macgowan, & Matt Sullivan, compilation producers; John
Baldwin, mastering engineer (Various Artists)
WINNER: Pete
Seeger: The Smithsonian Folkways Collection — Jeff Place & Robert
Santelli, compilation producers; Pete Reiniger, mastering engineer (Pete
Seeger)

Woodstock: Back to the Garden – The Definitive 50th
Anniversary Archive — Brian Kehew, Steve Woolard, & Andy Zax,
compilation producers; Dave Schultz, mastering engineer, Brian Kehew,
restoration engineer (Various Artists)

Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical

All These Things, Tchad
Blake, Adam Greenspan & Rodney Shearer, engineers; Bernie Grundman,
mastering engineer (Thomas Dybdahl)
Ella Mai, Chris “Shaggy” Ascher, Jaycen Joshua & David Pizzimenti, engineers; Chris Athens, mastering engineer (Ella Mai)
Run Home Slow, Paul Butler & Sam Teskey, engineers; Joe Carra, mastering engineer (The Teskey Brothers)
Scenery, Tom Elmhirst, Ben Kane & Jeremy Most, engineers; Bob Ludwig, mastering engineer (Emily King)
WINNER:
When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, Rob Kinelski & Finneas
O’Connell, engineers; John Greenham, mastering engineer (Billie Eilish)

Producer of the Year, Non-Classical

Jack Antonoff
Dan Auerbach
John Hill
WINNER: Finneas
Ricky Reed

Best Remixed Recording

WINNER: “I Rise (Tracy Young’s Pride Intro Radio Remix)” — Tracy Young, remixer (Madonna)
“Mother’s Daughter (WukiI Remix)” — Wuki, remixer (Miley Cyrus)
“The One (High Contrast Remix)” — Lincoln Barrett, remixer (Jorja Smith)
“Swim (Ford. Remix)” — Luc Bradford, remixer (Mild Minds)
“Work It (Soulwax Remix)” — David Gerard C Dewaele & Stephen Antoine C Dewaele, remixers (Marie Davidson)

Best Music Video

“We’ve Got to Try” — The Chemical Brothers
“This Land” — Gary Clark Jr.
“Cellophane” — FKA twigs
WINNER: “Old Town Road (Official Movie)” — Lil Nas X & Billy Ray Cyrus
“Glad He’s Gone” — Tove Lo

Best Music Film

WINNER: Homecoming
Remember My Name
Birth of the Cool
Shangri-La
Anima

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Here comes the 7 best-dressed housemates from BBNaija season 9 opening night

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Which housemates made a great first impression with their fashion?

Big Brother Naija Season 9 ‘ No Loose Guard’ has started and this show will have Nigerians glued to their television sets for 72 days.

The show usually begins with an opening ceremony where the contestants introduce themselves. As with everything, first impressions matter, and many people pick their favourites from the first time they appear on the Big Brother Naija stage.

African women often look radiant in yellow. Victoria’s yellow lace miniskirt with a dramatic fabric overlay was a stunning choice; it added drama while maintaining elegance.

Topher

Joseph Bassey aka Topher looked exceptionally handsome in his black agbada. The popular phrase “Yoruba demon” perfectly captures his striking appearance. Ladies, beware!

Mbadiwe twins

These identical twins represented their Igbo culture in a black kaftan paired with ceremonial beads and an Igbo traditional cap usually reserved for chiefs.

Anita Ukah

This gown is a masterpiece that showcases the exceptional talent of Nigerian tailors. She looked like a blossoming purple flower in it.

Action Ben

This agbada is impeccably tailored; its fit, colour, and intricate embroidery create a stunning ensemble.

DJ Flo

DJ Flo certainly made a dramatic entrance into the Big Brother house. Her outfit, featuring a wide, eye-catching hat paired with a cropped jacket and pants, was a bold statement. However, the pants seemed to be a bit too long for the overall look.

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Portable drags Davido for giving him ‘bad advice’

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Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable, has called out his colleague Davido for allegedly giving him ‘bad advice’ during their recent dinner in the United States.

The ‘Zazu’ crooner claimed that Davido, who signed to Sony Music, advised him against joining the label, urging him to sign with Empire instead.

Portable alleged foul play, saying he is also aiming for a Grammy like Davido yet the DMW boss is asking him to join a label that might not influence the award for him.

Speaking during a recent Instagram Live session, Portable said: “You are signed to Sony Music, but you’re giving me bad advice in America to get signed to Empire and collect advance. The same Grammy you’re chasing is what I’m also chasing.”

The controversial singer stated that he prefers helpers who would help him genuinely and not listen to gossip or give him bad advice.

“Olamide helped me directly, Skepta gave me a verse, money, shoes, clothes and still linked me up with big fashion brands. That’s the kind of helper I want from God not someone who will be following mouth,” Portable said.

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Falz Expresses Solidarity with Labour Strike Despite Financial Losses

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Nigerian rapper and activist, Falz, recently shared his experience regarding the ongoing labour strike in Nigeria. Despite facing financial setbacks due to the strike, Falz expressed unwavering support for the movement, highlighting the importance of standing with the workers in their fight for better conditions. This article delves into Falz’s perspective, the impact of the strike on various sectors, and the broader implications for Nigerian society.

Falz’s Financial Losses Amidst the Strike

Falz, a prominent figure in the Nigerian music industry, has been vocal about social and political issues. The labour strike, which has disrupted numerous activities, including entertainment events, has also affected Falz financially. He acknowledged that several of his scheduled performances and engagements had to be canceled or postponed, leading to a significant loss of income. However, Falz emphasized that the financial hit he took was a necessary sacrifice in the larger fight for workers’ rights and fair treatment.

The Entertainment Industry’s Struggle

The entertainment industry, heavily reliant on public gatherings and events, has been particularly hard-hit by the labour strike. Concerts, festivals, and other entertainment-related activities have come to a halt, impacting not just the artists but also the ancillary services that depend on these events. Sound engineers, stage crews, vendors, and many others find themselves out of work due to the strike-induced cancellations.

Falz’s Commitment to Social Justice

Falz’s stance is deeply rooted in his commitment to social justice and his belief in the power of collective action. He has consistently used his platform to advocate for change and to support various social causes. His support for the labour strike is a continuation of his activism, reinforcing his message that the pursuit of justice often requires personal sacrifices.

Advocacy Through Music

Falz’s music often reflects his activism. Songs like “This is Nigeria” have garnered widespread attention for their critical take on societal issues. By integrating social commentary into his art, Falz reaches a broad audience, raising awareness and inspiring action. His support for the labour strike is in line with his artistic and personal values, showcasing his dedication to using his influence for the greater good.

The Broader Impact of the Labour Strike

The labour strike in Nigeria has had extensive repercussions across various sectors. From education and healthcare to transportation and public services, the strike has disrupted everyday life for millions of Nigerians. While the immediate effects are challenging, the long-term goal is to achieve fair labour practices and improved working conditions, which could benefit society as a whole.

Education Sector Disruption

Educational institutions have been severely impacted, with teachers and administrative staff participating in the strike. Schools and universities have faced closures, disrupting the academic calendar and affecting students’ education. The strike underscores the urgent need for addressing the grievances of educational workers to ensure a stable and effective learning environment.

Healthcare Challenges

Healthcare services have also been affected, as medical staff join the strike to demand better working conditions and fair compensation. This has led to a strain on healthcare facilities, with many patients facing difficulties in accessing essential medical services. The strike highlights the critical need for reforms in the healthcare sector to support the well-being of medical professionals and patients alike.

The Path Forward: Dialogue and Negotiation

Resolving the issues at the heart of the labour strike requires constructive dialogue between the government, employers, and labour unions. Finding a balanced solution that addresses the workers’ demands while ensuring the continuity of essential services is crucial.

Government’s Role

The government has a pivotal role in mediating negotiations and implementing policies that protect workers’ rights. By engaging in sincere and transparent discussions with labour unions, the government can foster a more equitable and just workplace environment.

Labour Unions’ Responsibilities

Labour unions must also approach negotiations with a focus on sustainable solutions. While advocating for workers’ rights, it is essential to consider the broader economic context and strive for agreements that promote long-term stability and growth.

Conclusion: Standing in Solidarity

Falz’s decision to support the labour strike, despite his financial losses, underscores the importance of solidarity in the face of adversity. His commitment to social justice and advocacy for workers’ rights highlights the power of collective action. As Nigeria navigates the challenges posed by the strike, the path forward lies in open dialogue, mutual understanding, and a shared commitment to creating a fairer society.

The ongoing labour strike serves as a reminder of the critical issues that need to be addressed to ensure fair treatment for all workers. Through solidarity and constructive engagement, it is possible to achieve meaningful reforms that benefit both workers and society as a whole.

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Old National Anthem: Bring back old Naira-dollar exchange rate, fuel pump price too – Igosave tells Nigerian govt

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Following the reinstatement of Nigeria’s old National Anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee,” comedian Otaghware Otas Onodjayeke, also known as Igosave, has called on President Bola Tinubu’s administration to not only revive the anthem but also restore the country’s economy and security standards to their former glory.

President Bola Tinubu signed the National Anthem Bill 2024 into law on Wednesday, marking the return of the old anthem. In response, Igosave urged the government to address the economic and security issues that have plagued Nigeria in recent years. He expressed his thoughts on Instagram, highlighting the need for a return to the favorable conditions of the past.

The Historical Significance of “Nigeria, We Hail Thee”

Origins of the Anthem

“Nigeria, We Hail Thee” was Nigeria’s first national anthem, adopted when the country gained independence in 1960. Composed by Lillian Jean Williams and arranged by Frances Berda, the anthem embodied the hopes and aspirations of a newly independent nation.

Transition to “Arise, O Compatriots”

In 1978, the anthem was replaced by “Arise, O Compatriots,” composed by the Nigerian Police Band under the directorship of Benedict E. Odiase. This change was driven by a desire to have an anthem that reflected more contemporary themes and a broader nationalistic spirit.

The Economic Landscape: Then and Now

Economic Conditions During the Era of “Nigeria, We Hail Thee”

In the early years following independence, Nigeria experienced significant economic growth, largely driven by agriculture and natural resources. The naira was strong, and the country enjoyed a period of relative stability and prosperity.

Current Economic Challenges

Today, Nigeria faces numerous economic challenges, including inflation, high unemployment rates, and a weakened currency. The price of essential goods and services, such as fuel and food, has skyrocketed, placing a heavy burden on the average Nigerian.

Igosave’s Call for Economic Restoration

Igosave’s remarks underscore the desire of many Nigerians to see a return to the economic conditions that characterized the early post-independence era. He specifically mentioned the need for lower fuel prices, a stronger dollar-to-naira exchange rate, and better overall economic management.

The State of Security in Nigeria

Historical Perspective on Security

During the period when “Nigeria, We Hail Thee” was the national anthem, Nigeria experienced relative peace and security. While there were challenges, the scale and frequency of violent incidents were significantly lower than what is seen today.

Contemporary Security Issues

Nigeria is currently grappling with severe security issues, including terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping. These challenges have led to a general sense of insecurity and have had a detrimental impact on the country’s economic and social stability.

Celebrities’ Reactions and Public Sentiment

Alongside Igosave, other prominent figures such as actress Kate Henshaw and singer Joeboy have criticized the government for focusing on symbolic changes like the national anthem while neglecting pressing issues like security and economic stability.

The Symbolic Power of National Anthems

National Identity and Unity

National anthems play a crucial role in fostering a sense of identity and unity among citizens. “Nigeria, We Hail Thee” is a symbol of Nigeria’s rich history and the aspirations of its people.

The Potential for National Rejuvenation

Reintroducing the old anthem could serve as a catalyst for a broader movement towards national rejuvenation. It can inspire a collective effort to address the economic and security challenges facing the country.

Government Initiatives and Public Expectations

Recent Government Actions

The Tinubu administration has taken several steps to address Nigeria’s economic and security issues. These include policy reforms, investment in infrastructure, and efforts to improve governance and accountability.

The Need for Comprehensive Reforms

However, there is a growing consensus that more comprehensive and sustained efforts are needed to achieve meaningful progress. This includes tackling corruption, improving education and healthcare, and creating an enabling environment for businesses to thrive.

The Role of Civil Society and Media

Advocacy and Accountability

Civil society organizations and the media play a critical role in holding the government accountable and advocating for the needs of the people. They can help ensure that the government prioritizes issues that directly impact the well-being of Nigerians.

Public Engagement and Participation

Engaging the public in the decision-making process is essential for creating policies that reflect the needs and aspirations of the people. This includes soliciting input from diverse stakeholders and fostering open dialogue on key issues.

The Importance of a Stable and Prosperous Nigeria

Regional and Global Implications

Nigeria’s stability and prosperity have significant implications for the broader West African region and the global community. As Africa’s most populous country and largest economy, Nigeria plays a crucial role in regional security, economic development, and international trade.

The Path Forward

Achieving a stable and prosperous Nigeria requires a multifaceted approach that addresses both immediate and long-term challenges. This includes investing in human capital, promoting good governance, and fostering inclusive economic growth.

Conclusion

The reinstatement of Nigeria’s old National Anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee,” has sparked a renewed conversation about the country’s future. While the anthem serves as a powerful symbol of national pride and identity, it also highlights the urgent need for substantive reforms. By addressing the economic and security challenges that have hindered progress, the Nigerian government can honor the legacy of the past and pave the way for a brighter future. As citizens, media, and civil society come together to advocate for change, there is hope that Nigeria can achieve the stability and prosperity that its people deserve.

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