Burna Boy graces Billboard France cover, becomes first African star to achieve this

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Burna Boy graces Billboard France cover, becomes first African star to achieve this.

Burna Boy has made history once again, becoming the first-ever cover star of Billboard France, solidifying his status as a global music powerhouse.

As the world eagerly anticipating the release of his forthcoming album, ‘No Sign of Weakness’, this latest feat adds yet another dazzling jewel to his crown of achievements.

With a powerful collaboration post between Billboard France, Billboard, and Burna Boy, the platform celebrates his meteoric rise—from crafting hits in his Port Harcourt studio to dominating the biggest stages on the planet.

They hail him as the “ambassador of Nigeria’s booming music scene,” recognising his immense influence in pushing African music beyond borders.

Perhaps the most electrifying highlight of all? Burna Boy is set to become the first non-francophone African artist to headline France’s legendary Stade de France in 2025—a record-breaking moment that further cements his dominance in the global music industry.

Having over 7 billion streams, a Grammy Award, and a sound that blends Afrobeats, hip-hop, and global influences, Burna Boy has not just carved a niche; he has ignited a cultural revolution. His signature Afrofusion has captivated hearts worldwide, and he remains the artist to watch as he redefines what it means to be an African music superstar.

As the clock ticks down to the release of ‘No Sign of Weakness’, Burna Boy stands at the pinnacle of greatness.