Burna Boy On Creating Afrofusion: “I Didn’t Want To Be Boxed In”
24 August 2023 |
11:40 am
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy, has said that he created the genre of Afrofusion because he did not want to be boxed into the popular West African genre, afrobeats. In an interview with American media outlet Complex, Burna Boy said that he felt that afrobeats was becoming too limiting and that he…
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Damini Ogulu, aka Burna Boy, has said that he created the genre of Afrofusion because he did not want to be boxed into the popular West African genre, afrobeats.
In an interview with American media outlet Complex, Burna Boy said that he felt that afrobeats was becoming too limiting and that he wanted to create a genre that was more experimental and boundary-pushing.
“I didn’t want to be boxed in,” Burna Boy said. “I wanted to be able to make music that was influenced by all different genres, from reggae to dancehall to hip hop. That’s why I created Afrofusion.”
Afrofusion is a genre of music that combines elements of afrobeats, reggae, dancehall, and hip hop. It is characterized by its danceable rhythms, catchy melodies, and socially conscious lyrics.
Burna Boy is considered to be one of the pioneers of Afrofusion. His music has been praised for its innovative sound and its positive message.
Burna Boy’s music has been a major force in the global rise of Afrobeats. He has won numerous awards, including a Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album in 2021. He is also one of the most popular artists in Africa.
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