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Nigerian Stars Shine Bright at 2025 American Music Awards

The 2025 American Music Awards (AMAs) are around the corner, and Nigerian music is once again taking center stage on the global scene. Four of Afrobeats’ biggest exports—Tems, Asake, Rema, and Wizkid, have been nominated in the Favorite Afrobeats Artist category, reinforcing the genre’s unstoppable global momentum.

After a stellar 2024 filled with high-profile releases and Grammy nominations, these Nigerian stars continue to gain international recognition:

  • Tems earned critical acclaim with her long-awaited debut album, Born In The Wild.
  • Rema followed up his explosive rise with his sophomore project, HEIS, a genre-blending album that also earned him a Grammy nod.
  • Asake kept the streets hot with his third album, Lungu Boy, staying true to his signature blend of street-hop and Afro-fusion.
  • Wizkid delivered his sixth studio album, Morayo, further cementing his legacy as a global music icon.

Their joint effort on the track “MMS” was a major hit in 2024, garnering Grammy nominations for Best African Music Performance. That same collaboration is also a driving force behind their recognition at the 2025 AMAs.

The Nigerian quartet will face off against South African breakout star Tyla, making the Favorite Afrobeats category one of the most competitive and culturally rich lineups of the year.

A Historic Comeback for the AMAs

The 2025 edition of the AMAs marks its 51st show, returning after a two-year hiatus in 2023 and 2024. The awards ceremony will be hosted by Jennifer Lopez and is scheduled to air live on May 25 on CBS.

How to Vote

Fans can cast their votes across all categories via VoteAMAs.com or directly through the @AMAs Instagram profile. Voting will close on Thursday, May 15 at 11:59 p.m. PT, except for “Collaboration of the Year” and “Social Song of the Year,” which will remain open during the first 30 minutes of the broadcast.

2025 AMA: Favorite Afrobeats Artist Nominees

  • Asake
  • Rema
  • Tems
  • Tyla
  • Wizkid

Stay tuned as we count down to one of music’s biggest nights, Afrobeats is ready to make more history on the global stage!

Let us know in the comments: Who are you rooting for?

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