Headies 2023 Full List Of Winners

The 16th edition of the Headies Awards, a prestigious event in the Nigerian music industry, recently took place at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, USA. This year’s theme, “Celebrating African Renaissance,” was evident as the event showcased the continent’s rich musical talent and achievements.

Hosted by Nollywood actress Osas Ighodaro and American media personality Terrence J, the event was a blend of glitz, glamour, and outstanding musical performances. Notable artists like Young Jonn, Wande Coal, Kcee, Black Sherif, and Asake set the stage on fire with their electrifying acts.

Rema, a young and talented artist, bagged three significant awards, including “Best Male Artiste of the Year,” “Digital Artiste of the Year,” and “African Artiste of the Year.” His achievements at the Headies further solidify his position as a leading figure in the African music scene.

Another highlight of the evening was Asake’s win in the “Next Rated” category, which came with the prize of a brand-new car. OdumoduBlvck, on the other hand, was named the “Rookie of the Year” and was awarded a house in Lagos, a testament to his rising star in the industry.

While many artists and their works were celebrated, there were moments of surprise and slight disappointment. Notably, neither Blaqbonez nor TG Omori clinched the award for “Best Music Video of the Year,” which went to Director K. However, Blaqbonez, while accepting his award for “Best Rap Album of the Year,” expressed that he still considered both himself and TG Omori as top directors in the industry.

The event also recognized international talents, with Selena Gomez winning the “International Artiste of the Year” award. Furthermore, Black Sherif from Ghana was honored as the “Best West African Artiste of the Year.”

However, it’s worth noting that some categories were not presented during the event, including “Best Recording of the Year,” “Songwriter of the Year,” and “Best RnB Single,” among others.

The Headies 2023 was not just an award ceremony but a celebration of African music, talent, and culture. As the event continues to grow and gain international recognition, it remains a beacon of hope and inspiration for upcoming artists across the continent.

Headies 2023 Full List Of Winners

Next Rated Award:

Nominees	Winners
Young Jonn	Asake
Seyi Vibez
Asake
Victony
Spyro

Best Recording of The Year:

Nominees	Winners
Burna Boy – Alone Victony
Tempoe – Soweto
Omah Lay – I’m a mess
Oxlade – Ku Lo Sa
Davido, SSC – Stand Strong
Tems – No Woman, No Cry

Producer of The Year:

Nominees	Winners
Magicsticks – Sungba Remix	Rexxie
Pheelz – Electricity
Andre Vibez, London – Calm Down
Tempoe – Soweto
Kel P – Kpe Paso
Rexxie – Abracadabra Remix

Songwriter of The Year:

Nominees	Winners
Simi – Royal
Omah Lay – I’m a mess
Tems – Lift me Up
Burna Boy – Alone
BNXN – In my mind
Wizard Chan – Earth Song

Best RnB Single:

Nominees	Winners
Burna Boy, Ed Sheeran – For my mind
Ckay – Mmadu
Dami Oniru – Just 4 U
Preye – Red Wine Chike
Flavour – Hard to find
Simi, Fave – Loyal

Best Rap Single:

Nominees	Winners
Reminisce – Hustle
Ladipoe – Big Energy
Blaqbonez – Back in Uni
Psycho YP – Bando Diaries
OdumoduBlvck – Declan Rice
Jeriq, Phyno – My Bro

Best Alternative Song:

Nominees	Winners
Wizard Chan – Earth song	Obongjayar
Cruel Santino – Final champion
Basketmouth, The Cavemen – The Traveller
Boj, Moliy, Mellissa – In a loop
Flavour – Game Changer (Dike)
Obongjayar – Tinko Tinko

International Artiste of the Year:

Nominees	Winners
Drake
Future
Selena Gomez
Don Toliver
Ed Sheeran

Best Vocal Performance (Female):

Nominees	Winners
Niniola – Memories
Simi – Loyal
Liya – Adua Remix
Waje – In Between
Preye – Red wine
Dami Oniru – Just 4 U

Best Vocal Performance (Male):

Nominees	Winners
Oxlade – Ku Lo Sa
Ric Hassani – My only baby
Magixx – Love Don’t Cost A Dime
Chike – Spell Remix
Praiz – Reckless
Wande Coal – Kpe Paso

Best Music Video:

Nominees	Winners
Blaqbonez, Perliks – Back in Uni	Director K
TG Omori – PBUY
Director Pink – Spell Remix
Director K – Common Person
TG Omori – Bandana
Director K – Calm Down

Best Collaboration:

Nominees	Winners
Asake, Burna Boy – Sungba Remix	Spyro, Tiwa Savage
BNXN, Kizz Daniel, Seyi Vibez – Gwagwalada
Pheelz, BNXN – Finesse
Spyro, Tiwa Savage – Who’s Your Guy Remix
Pheelz, Davido – Electricity
Wande Coal, Olamide – Kpe Paso

Best Street-Hop Artiste:

Nominees	Winners
Rexxie, Naira Marley, Skiibii – Abracadabra	Seyi Vibez
Seyi Vibez – Chance (Na Ham)
Asake – Joha
Poco Lee, HotKid – Otilo Zlatan
Young Jonn – Astalavista
Mohbad – Peace

Afrobeats Single of The Year:

Nominees	Winners
Burna Boy – Last Last	Burna Boy
Ayra Starr – Rush
Kizz Daniel, Tekno – Buga
Pheelz, BNXN – Finesse
Spyro – Who’s Your Guy
Ruger – Asiwaju

Headies Viewers’ Choice:

Nominees	Winners
Ruger – Asiwaju
Victony, Tempoe – Soweto
Fireboy DML, Asake – Bandana
Ayra Starr – Rush
Asake – Terminator
Mavins – Overloading (Overdose)
Crayon – Ijo (Laba Laba)
Oxlade – Ku Lo Sa
Kizz Daniel, Tekno – Buga
Pheelz, Davido – Electricity

Best West African Artiste of The Year:

Nominees	Winners
Gyakie (Ghana)	Black Sherif (Ghana)
Black Sherif (Ghana)
The Therapist (Liberia)
Camidoh (Ghana)

International Artiste of the Year:

Nominees	Winners
Drake
Future
Selena Gomez
Don Toliver
Ed Sheeran

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