Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, widely known as Burna Boy, has secured his fifth entry on the prestigious Billboard Hot 100 chart with his latest track, ‘Just Like Me,’ featuring 21 Savage and Metro Boomin. This accomplishment solidifies Burna Boy’s position as one of Nigeria’s leading musical exports and marks a significant milestone in his international success.
The ‘African Giant’ artist’s latest entry at the 67th spot on this week’s Hot 100 chart not only extends his own record but also ties him with fellow Nigerian singer Tems for the most Billboard Hot 100 entries by a Nigerian or African artist, both boasting five entries each.
Burna Boy’s previous chart entries include collaborations with global artists, such as ‘Loved By You’ with Justin Bieber, ‘Last Last,’ ‘Sitting On Top Of The World’ with 21 Savage, and ‘Talibans II’ with Byron Messia. Each entry represents a testament to Burna Boy’s versatility and ability to create music that resonates with an international audience.
This milestone follows a string of successes for Burna Boy, including his Grammy-winning album ‘Twice As Tall’ and collaborations with renowned artists worldwide.