By Orukpe Rebecca.
Nigerian artist Burna Boy has achieved yet another milestone in his career as one of his songs has been featured on the soundtrack list for the NBA 2K24 video game. Burna Boy’s international reach and success have helped to promote the exportation of Nigerian music on the global stage. He has won multiple awards and has headlined numerous sold-out concerts all around the world.
The recently released soundtrack list for the NBA 2K24 console includes Burna Boy’s song, which will be part of the game. Burna Boy gained international recognition in 2018 with his hit single “YE” and has since become one of the most successful artists in Africa.
Furthermore, in 2022, Burna Boy released a Grammy-nominated song “Last Last,” which is highly likely the track that will feature on the NBA 2K24. He also dropped his seventh album, “I Told Them,” which marked history as the first African artist album to debut at No. 1 on the UK Official Albums Chart.
Other notable American and international heavyweights from Lil Wayne, Central Cee, Steve Lacy, along with a breakout performer for 2023, Ice Spice, will join Burna Boy on the NBA 2K24 soundtrack.
The inclusion of Burna Boy’s music in the NBA 2K24 soundtrack marks a new turn for African music, a move that highlights the unique sounds and appeal of African music globally. Burna Boy’s success cements his position in the global music industry. This achievement shows that African music and artists have come of age, and it is high time the world pays more attention to this unique sound. Burna Boy’s inclusion in the NBA 2K24 soundtrack is a landmark achievement and a massive boost for the African music scene.