Davido, Rema, Asake, and Burna Boy, prominent figures in the Afrobeat music scene, achieved notable victories at the inaugural Trace Awards.
The Trace Awards 2023 took place in Kigali, Rwanda, as a groundbreaking event celebrating African and Afro-inspired music and artists across diverse genres, including Afrobeat, Dancehall, Hip Hop, Afro-pop, and more.
Hosted by Maria Borges and D'banj, the ceremony featured captivating performances by acclaimed artists, including Davido, Yemi Alade, Black Sherif, Kizz Daniel, and others.
Below is a compilation of the winners at the Trace Awards 2023 representing this side of Africa.
Best Music Video – “Baddie” Yemi Alade
Best Artist Anglophone Africa – Asake
Best Global African Artist – Rema
Best Collaboration – “Unavailable” – Davido (Nigeria) with Musa Keys (South Africa)
Changemaker Trace Award – Mr Eazi
Lifetime Achievement Award – 2Baba
Album of the Year – “Love Damini” – Burna Boy
Best Male Artist – Davido
Song Of The Year – Rema
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