Episode 27: Burna Boy

One of the most in-demand artists of the last few years, Burna Boy has taken the world by storm with his special brand of Afro-fusion. Yet his swagger is undoubtedly rooted in hip-hop. The self-proclaimed African Giant took time from a busy touring schedule to speak with Nas and Minya about growing up being a huge DMX fan and how that contrasted with being the grandson of a former radio DJ, who also happened to be the manager of international superstar Fela Kuti. The Nigerian native also went into how moving to London helped shape him into the man he is today, why Lagos has so much New York energy, and why it was so important to win a Grammy, not just for him, but for his continent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices