Tuesday, 03 June

Burna Boy wins 4th BET trophy, releases visuals for 'Sittin' On Top of the World'

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A still from the official video for Burna Boy's new track 'Sittin On Top of the World' featuring 21 Savage

Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, professionally known as Burna Boy has been lauded as the 2023 Black Entertainment Television (BET) Best International Act. 

The awards event took place on Sunday, June 25, where Burna clinched his fourth Black Entertainment Television (BET) award.

Ghanaian-American Hollywood star Michael Blackson received the trophy on behalf of the Nigerian Afro-Fusion star. 

"Burna Boy, congratulations," Blackson said in the acceptance speech. "Congratulations to Afrobeats, congratulations to my continent." 

He also entreated "everybody [to] take a trip to Africa. Go visit home."

On Twitter, today, Monday, June 26, an account bearing the name BET Music celebrated Burna Boy, noting the power of his music.

"Global music vibes strong at #BETAwards! Huge congratulations to Burna Boy for clinching the Best International Act award! His music continues to transcend borders and inspire," the tweet read.

Burna Boy quoting the tweet, responded with: "4th Time Winning BET Best International Act!!! Thank you @BET, @BETAwards and everyone that voted!! #SOTOTW #BIG7 #BETAwards."

Following his victory, the singer-songwriter and rapper has today released the official music video for his latest song titled 'Sittin' On Top of the World' featuring rapper 21 Savage. The song samples R&B star Brandy's 1998 Top of the World featuring rapper Mase.

Source: classfmonline.com/Prince Benjamin