To get a grammy nomination in the category of Best Global Music Performance is based on “honoring artistic achievement, technical proficiency and overall excellence in the recording industry, without regard to album sales or chart position”.
Eddy Kenzo & Matt-B are competing with various artists in this category including Burna Boy, Femi Kuti, Wizkid & Tems, Angelique Kidjo & Yo-yo Ma, Arooj Aftab, Nomcebo zikode & Zakes B, Rocky Dawni & Blvk H3ro.
The Grammy award for this category was first awarded in 2021 and the winner was Arooj Aftab. A performer born and raised in Pakistan.
Eddy Kenzo’s Uniqueness in his music videos must be a key factor considered for his nomination for Grammys.
Secondly, Gimme Love being with high production value based on the Team behind production hyped the song to be considered for a Grammy nomination.
The music video was produced and directed by Angela Benson and co-directed by PhillyFlyBoy under the label, Vitae Records.
After watching and listening to Gimme Love, you will indeed bare no doubt why these two talented artists received a nomination at the Grammy Awards. Eddy Kenzo has however won several international and local awards throughout his musical career, including a Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award in 2018, a BET Award in 2015, and multiple All Africa Music Awards,
It should also be noted that the “Weekend” singer is currently the most recognized artiste in the sub-Saharan region.
