Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Wizkid, born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, reigns supreme as the most awarded African artist, boasting an impressive 158 awards. This achievement firmly establishes him as a dominant force in the African music scene.
The 34-year-old’s extensive collection includes prestigious accolades such as two American Music Awards, a Grammy Award, an MTV Video Music Award, three Soul Train Awards, three Billboard Music Awards, and two iHeartRadio Music Awards. Notably, Wizkid also holds the record for the most BET and MOBO Awards won by an African artist, with four and six respectively.
Trailing Wizkid is Beninese-French singer-songwriter Angelique Kidjo, with a remarkable 140 awards, including five Grammy Awards. Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie occupies the third spot with 120 awards, featuring 30 Ghana Music Awards, three Soundcity Music Video Awards, three Headies Awards, two BET Awards, and one MTV Africa Music Award. Burna Boy follows in fourth place with 96 awards, which include three Nigeria Entertainment Awards, nine Headies Awards, one MTV Africa Music Award, three BET Awards, and one MTV Europe Music Award.
Here’s a breakdown of the top awarded African artists:
- Wizkid – 158 awards
- Angelique Kidjo – 140 awards
- Sarkodie – 120 awards
- Burna Boy – 96 awards
- Fally Ipupa – 90 awards
- Davido – 85 awards
- 2Baba – 80 awards
These artists are celebrated for their significant contributions to African music across various genres, consistently pushing the boundaries and elevating the continent’s musical influence globally.
