Burna Boy stole the spotlight with a mesmerizing performance at the 2024 Grammy Awards, landing him a remarkable 6th position on the Billboard ranking. Making his Grammy debut on February 4, 2024, Burna Boy, accompanied by Brandy and 21 Savage, delivered a captivating rendition of ‘Sittin on Top of the World,’ blending cultural elements, energetic beats, and profound lyrics that left the audience spellbound.

Billboard, in its latest ranking released on February 6, 2024, praised Burna Boy’s groundbreaking Afrobeats performance, stating, “For the first Afrobeats performance at the Grammys, Burna Boy pulled out all the stops.” Backed by Brandy and 21 Savage, Burna Boy showcased his rightful place atop the musical world.

The staging, reminiscent of an MGM golden era musical, and the clever use of costumes brought a unique charm, with Billboard noting, “the Nigerian star’s infectious energy and easy charm wouldn’t seem out of place in a Hollywood musical.”

The Grammy Awards at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles marked another milestone for Burna Boy’s global influence.