The prestigious awards ceremony, set to take place on February 26, 2025, in Zanzibar, will bring together the continent's and diaspora's greatest talents.

Rema, the young superstar, has earned an impressive six nominations, including Song of the Year, Album of the Year, Best Collaboration, Best Music Video, Best Global African Artist, and Best Male Artist. His unique sound, captivating visuals, and chart-topping hits have earned him accolades worldwide, making him a favorite in this year's awards.

Burna Boy, the African Giant, has also secured six prestigious nominations, including Album of the Year, Best Live Performance, Best Collaboration, Best Male Artist, Song of the Year, and Best Global African Artist. Basically, his genre-defying sound, powerful lyrics, and stellar performances have cemented his status as one of the greatest African artists of his generation.

Meanwhile, Ayra Starr, the Afropop sensation, has made a remarkable impact with five nominations, including Best Female Artist, Best Global African Artist, Best Artist (Western Africa Anglophone), Best Live Performance, and Best Music Video. Her wins showcase her versatility, artistry, and ability to captivate audiences around the world.

Also, other notable nominees include Asake, Diamond Platnumz, Stonebwoy, and Tems, who are all vying for top honors in various categories. The Trace Awards 2025 will also feature a special category for Best Collaboration, with standout tracks like Tshwala Bam (Remix) and Benin Boys competing for the top spot.

Additionally, voting for the Trace Awards 2025 is now open, with fans worldwide invited to participate by casting their votes on the official website. However, winners will be determined by a combination of fan votes and expert jury decisions.

Lastly, the Trace Awards 2025 promises to be an unforgettable celebration of African music, with the continent's biggest stars gathering to honor outstanding achievements and contributions to the industry.

Here are the nominees and categories for the 2025 Trace Awards:

Here are the nominees and categories for the 2025 Trace Awards:

Song of the Year

• Asake & Travis Scott – Active
• Burna Boy – Higher
• Diamond Platnumz – Komasawa
• Rema & Shallipopi – Benin Boys
• Tamsir x Team Paiya – Coup du Marteau
• Tems – Love Me Jeje
• Titom & Yuppe – Tshwala Bam
• Tyler ICU – Mnike
• Tyla – Jump

Best Female Act

• Ayra Starr
• Chelsea Dinorath
• Josey
• Makhadzi
• Tems
• Tyla
• Yemi Alade

Best Collaboration

• Titom & Yuppe & Burna Boy – Tshwala Bam (Remix)
• Neyna & MC Acondize – Nu Ka Sta Para
• Kocee ft. Patoranking – Credit Alert
• Asake & Wizkid – MMS
• Rema & Shallipopi – Benin Boys
• Odumodublvck & Black Sherif – Woto Woto Seasoning
• Tamsir & Team Paiya – Coup du Marteau

Album of the Year

• Amaarae – Fountain Baby
• Asake – Lungu Boy
• Burna Boy – I Told Them
• Josey – Vibration Universelle
• King Promise – True To Self
• Rema – HEIS
• Stonebwoy – 5th Dimension
• Toofan – Stamina

Best Male Act

• Asake
• Diamond Platnumz
• Stonebwoy

Best Global African Artist

• Rema
• Burna Boy
• Ayra Starr

Best Music Video

• Rema – DND
• Ayra Starr – Commas

Best Live Performance

• Ayra Starr – 21: THE WORLD TOUR

Best Artist (Western Africa Anglophone)

• Ayra Starr

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Provided below are the official lyrics for Dishonest by JAE5 and Lojay, featuring Tyler ICU and Sha Sha. JAE5 and Lojay's joint EP, Loveless, includes the track Dishonest, which adds depth and complexity to the body of work.

JAE5, Lojay, Tyler ICU & Sha Sha - Dishonest Lyrics

I’ve been singing hallelujah
I put all my prayers in your holy altar
Like olodo
I need not forever after
But you only wanna be a paper chaser
And I was a little private on the field of grace now
Heaven, send me fire, ’cause I’m fighting the dark
And my heart all low
Living like my morning stars don’t read the sun
And the tears they pouring down like ocean wave
Girl, I really assure you how to sing your name

I love, I love your soul (Dishonest)
I’m wretched (Too Jealous)
We know (It’s obvious)
We love (Regardless)
I’ll be your home (True, I live)
I’ll be your home (True, I live)
Baby, my soul (No, darling)
Baby, your soul (No, darling)
Your soul (Dishonest)
Your soul (Dishonest)
We know it’s obvious
We love regardless

Say it once, say it over and over
No time to get old (You started in my head)
All your tears come when you’re not sober
I’m over it though (You started in my head)
Yeah, you started in my head
My door told her to get in
You gonna leave me dead, dead
No, I know say I go get it
I really do my side, yeah
You’re jealous and dishonest
Boy, your style here’s way dishonest

Your soul (Dishonest)
I’m wretched (Too Jealous)
We know (It’s obvious)
We love (Regardless)
I’ll be your home (True, I live)
I’ll be your home (True, I live)
Baby, my soul (No, darling)
Baby, your soul (No, darling)
Your soul (Dishonest)
Your soul (Dishonest)
We know it’s obvious
We love regardless

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'Dishonest' Lyrics Collaborators

Funmilayo Kanmodi, Oluseyifunmi Akinrinmade, Bamise Oyetayo, Ovie O.

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The TikTok Creator Awards' second edition took place at Vodaword in Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa. Its purpose was to recognize and celebrate the inventive content and diverse voices of creators throughout Sub-Saharan Africa. On February 9, the ceremony honored Nigerian creators, who claimed four out of eight awards, including Ola of Lagos, who won the 'Trailblazer of the Year' in Sub-Saharan Africa accolade.

In a statement, Bianca Sibiya, head of content operations for TikTok in Sub-Saharan Africa, congratulated the Nigerians who won their categories. She said, “As we conclude the Top Creator Awards, I am truly impressed by the achievements of Nigerian content creators. With an outstanding performance, securing four out of eight categories, Nigeria has demonstrated its talent and creativity on the global stage of TikTok. We look forward to witnessing their continued success and influence on our platform".

2023 Top Creator Awards Winners

• Sports Creator of the Year in Sub-Saharan Africa- Nezcatt
• Gaming Creator of the Year in Sub-Saharan Africa- khalamanja_
• Entertainment Creator of the Year in Sub-Saharan Africa Sachi_himes96
• Lifestyle and Education Creator of the Year in Sub-Saharan Africa- Iremide (Nigeria)
• Trailblazer of the Year in Sub-Saharan Africa- @olaoflagos
• Africa Rising Creator of the Year in Sub-Saharan Africa- Afrolecia
• Publisher of the Year in Sub-Saharan Africa- PulseNigeria247
• Song of the Year in Sub-Saharan Africa- Tyler ICU

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Apple Music’s artist development initiative, Africa Rising, was created in 2020 and has presented the most promising and talented emerging artists from across the African continent. The program has been instrumental in introducing global audiences to notable artists such as Omah Lay, Rema, Tems, Ayra Starr, and Amaarae, among others.

Continuing its role as a pioneer in recognizing and promoting emerging musical trends, Apple Music's Africa Rising campaign starts the new year by unveiling the Class of '24. These artists are on the verge of remarkable careers, aligning with the program's dedication to discovering and championing Africa's rising stars.

Also Read: The 20 Afrobeats artists to watch out for in 2024

The Class of Africa Rising Stars 2024 includes South African pop princess Tyla; Nigerian afrobeat artist Bloody Civilian; Nigerian rapper OdumoduBlvck; South African DJ Tyler ICU; Cameroonian songstress Libianca. The Class of 2024 Africa Rising recipients will be featured in an episode of Africa Now Radio with Nandi Madida, broadcasting on 12th January 2024.

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Discover the lyrical magic of Dalie as brought to life by the dynamic collaboration between Kamo Mphela, Tyler ICU, Khalil Harrison, and Baby S.O.N. Dive into the verses and rhythms of this hit track, and experience the fusion of talents that has made "Dalie" a standout in the world of music.

Kamo Mphela, Tyler ICU, Khalil Harrison & Baby S.O.N - Dalie Lyrics

Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa

Dali yeah I know
Wen' udlala ngengqondo
Dali Dali Isono
Dinga lana and'sakhoni
Sek'thini ang'sak'boni
Usutholo uSponono
Woza lana ng'fun' uk'bona
Woza lana ng'fun' uhey
Kutheni udlala ngentwana
Kanti yini
Sibaningi
Njalo mang'phona uyang'ziba
Mina uyang'dida
Inqond uyibamb'ijuluke
Kanti yini? Sibaningi
Njalo Meng'phone uyang'ziba

Dali, Dali
Dali we
Dali
Dali, Dali
Dali we
Dali eh
Dali, Dali
Dali yeh
Dali yah
Dali, Dali Dali
Dali mm
Aaah

Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa
Dali nnn naa naa
Dali nnn nnn naa naa

Dali yeah I know
Wen' udlala ngengqondo
Dali Dali Isono
Dinga lana ang'sakhoni
Sek'thini ang'sak'boni
Usutholo uSponono
Woza lana ng'fun' uk'bona
Woza lana ng'fun' uhey
WeDali, uyang'user
Kutheni udlala ngentwana
Kanti yini?
Sibaningi
Njalo mang'phona uyang'ziba
Mina uyang'dida
Inqond uyibamb juluke
Kanti yini? Sibaningi
Njalo Meng'phone uyang'ziba

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Read the lyrics to 'Mnike' by Tyler ICU and Tumelo.za featuring DJ Maphorisa, Nandipha808, Ceeka RSA and Tyron Dee.

Tyler ICU, Tumelo.za, DJ Maphorisa, Nandipha808, Ceeka RSA & Tyron Dee - Mnike Lyrics

Chorus
Yasizwa le'sgubhu sina mandla
Sazo killa
Bafun'ubumnandi no mdantso
Thina soba nika
Nika, nika, nika, nika
Yasizwa le 'sgubhu sina mandla
Sazo killa
Bafun'ubumnandi no mdantso
Thina soba nika
Nika, nika, nika, nika

Refrain
Hey mahn aziwe
Mahn aziwe keh
Ziwe keh
Aziwe ziwe keh
Ziwe keh
Hey mahn aziwe
Mahn aziwe keh
Ziwe keh
Aziwe ziwe keh
Ziwe keh

Pre-Chorus
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haikе haike
Haike haike haikе haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike

Chorus
(Weh Tyler mahn)
Yasizwa le'sgubhu sina mandla
Sazo killa (Haike haike haike haike haike)
Bafun'ubumnandi no mdantso
Thina soba nika (Haike haike haike haike haike)
Nika, nika, nika, nika (Haike haike haike haike haike)
Yasizwa le'sgubhu sina mandla
Sazo killa
Bafun'ubumnandi no madantso
Thina soba nika
Nika, nika, nika, nika

Post-Chorus
Yam mnika ngimnike ngimnike (Weh Tyler mahn)
Ndimnike ndimnike ndimnike
Ndimnike ndimnike ndimnike
Ndimnike ndimnike ndimnike
Ndimnike ndimnike ndimnike
Ndimnike ndimnike ndimnike

Pre-Chorus
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike
Haike haike haike haike haike

Chorus
(Weh Tyler mahn)
Yasizwa le'sgubhu sina mandla
Sazo killa (Haike haike haike haike haike)
Bafun'ubumnandi no mdantso
Thina soba nika (Haike haike haike haike haike)
Nika, nika, nika, nika (Haike haike haike haike haike)
Yasizwa le 'sgubhu sina mandla
Sazo killa (Haike haike haike haike haike)
Bafun'ubumnandi no mdantso
Thina soba nika (Haike haike haike haike haike)
Nika, nika, nika, nika

Post-Chorus
Yam mnika ngimnike ngimnike
Ndimnike ndimnike ndimnike
Ndimnike ndimnike ndimnike
Ndimnike ndimnike ndimnike
Ndimnike ndimnike ndimnike
Ndimnike ndimnike ndimnike

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Read the official lyrics to 'Ngimoja' by Tyler ICU featuring Tumelo, Tyrondee and Khanyisa.

Tyler ICU, Tumelo, Tyrondee & Khanyisa - Ngimoja Lyrics

Chorus
Ngak'nik' uthand' oluningi
Wakhetha uk'dlala ngam'
Ngak'nik' ithuba eliningi
Wakhetha uk'dlala ngam'
Ngak'nik' uthand' oluningi
Wakhetha uk'dlala ngam'
Ngak'nik' ithuba eliningi
Wakhetha uk'dlala ngam'
Manje ngimoja ngawe
Moja ngawe
Manje ngimoja ngawe
Moja ngawe

Verse
Angish' uthole oncono kunam'
Im'zamo yam' ...
Ngak' thola ungena ntoni
Ngak'nika amandla am'
Angish' uthole oncono k'nam'
Im'zamo yam' ...
Ngak' thola ungena ntoni
Ngak'nika amandla am'

Chorus
Ngak'nik' uthand' oluningi
Wakhetha uk'dlala ngam'
Ngak'nik' ithuba eliningi
Wakhetha uk'dlala ngam'
Manje ngimoja ngawe (Moja moja)
Moja ngawe (Moja)

Verse 2: Khanyisa
Ndak’nik ixesha lami
Wena wadlala ngami
Ndak’nik konke okwami
Wena wadlala ngami
Manje ngimoja ngawe
Kodw' udlalile ngami
Wandi mosha sbali
Manje ngimoja, moja
Ungakhohlwa ngami mina ngili soja soja
Ungazami ke ukundi solva solva
Lahlekelwa yimi uzozisola sola
Hamb' othola abazoku kholwa kholwa

Chorus
Ngak'nik' uthand' oluningi
Wakhetha uk'dlala ngam'
Ngak'nik' ithuba eliningi
Wakhetha uk'dlala ngam'
Ngak'nik' uthand' oluningi
Wakhetha uk'dlala ngam'
Ngak'nik' ithuba eliningi
Wakhetha uk'dlala ngam'
Manje ngimoja ngawe
Moja ngawe
Manje ngimoja ngawe
Moja ngawe

Outro
Angish' uthole oncono kunam'
Izamo yam' ...
Ngak' thola ungena ntoni
Ngak'nika amandla am'

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Read the most accurate lyrics to 'Inhliziyo' by Tyler ICU featuring, Nkosazana Daughter, DJ Maphorisa, and Kabza De Small.

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Tyler ICU, Nkosazana Daughter, DJ Maphorisa & Kabza De Small - Inhliziyo Lyrics

Verse 1
Ng'phicaphica ngenhliziyo
Ethanda yena kuphela
Swidi lami lomkhuhlane
Unguqhakazi empilweni yami
Ng'phicaphica ngenhliziyo
Ethanda yena kuphela
Swidi lami lomkhuhlane
Unguqhakazi empilweni yami
Kanye ngikhanye, ngikhanye kanye
Kanye ngikhanye, ngikhanye kanye
Kanye ngikhanye, ngikhanye kanye
Kanye ngikhanye, ngikhanye kanye

Verse 2
Ng'phicaphica ngenhliziyo
Ethanda yena kuphela
Swidi lami lomkhuhlane
Unguqhakazi empilweni yami
Ng'phicaphica ngenhliziyo
Ethanda yena kuphela
Swidi lami lomkhuhlane
Unguqhakazi empilweni yami
Kanye ngikhanye, ngikhanyе kanye
Kanye ngikhanye, ngikhanyе kanye
Kanye ngikhanye, ngikhanye kanye
Kanye ngikhanye, ngikhanye kanye

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