The 2026 GRAMMYs spotlight African musical brilliance with a stellar lineup for Best African Music Performance.
Heavyweights like Davido and Omah Lay kick off the race with the smooth collaboration “With You,” while Wizkid joins forces with Brent Faiyaz on the soulful “Piece Of My Heart.” Burna Boy’s “Love” and Rema’s emotionally charged “Baby (Is It A Crime)” add powerful chemistry to this fiercely competitive category.
Rising stars and iconic legends blend effortlessly as Seyi Vibez’s “Shaolin” and Asake’s “Why Love” bring fresh vibes to the forefront. The powerhouse collaboration of Olamide, Wizkid, and Darkoo on “Billionaires Club” captures the rhythms driving Pan-African unity. Meanwhile, standout tracks from Shallipopi, Ayra Starr, Black Sherif, and Tems offer a rich mosaic of sounds demonstrating Africa’s dynamic music scene.
Predicting a clear winner is tough, but the synergy of talent and creativity guarantees a memorable GRAMMY moment. Whether it’s the global appeal of Wizkid’s teamwork or the soulful storytelling of Black Sherif & Fireboy DML’s “So It Goes,” the 2026 Best African Music Performance category is poised to celebrate the continent’s booming musical influence worldwide.
