The Headies 2023
The Headies 2023 was the 16th edition of Nigerian music awards The Headies. It was held at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, Georgia, United States on 3 September 2023. Hosted by Osas Ighodaro & Terrence J.[1] The ceremony was to be aired live on HipTV. Burna Boy lead nominations with ten,[2] Asake with eight, Rema, Omah Lay, Victony, Simi, Kizz Daniel, and Pheelz received five each.[2] While Oxlade received four,[2] and Ruger with three.[2] Rema, and Burna Boy received three awards each.[3]
| The 16th Headies | |
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| Date | 3 September 2023 |
| Location | Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, Georgia |
| Hosted by | Osas Ighodaro & Terrence J |
| Most awards | Rema (3) & Burna Boy (3) |
| Most nominations | Burna Boy (10) |
| Website | theheadies |
| Television/radio coverage | |
| Network | HipTV |
Background
On 1 June 2023, the executive held a stakeholder brunch in Nigeria.[4] On 11 July 2023, the organizers announced the Rookie category of the year, being the first batch of nominees unveiled.[5] On 12 July 2023, the remain categories was released to the public on its website.[2] On 28 July 2023, the United States Consulate Lagos, hosted a reception in honour of the award.[6][7]
Performers
On 16 August 2023, the organizers confirmed the following acts to perform at the event.[8]
Winners and nominees
Below list are nominees and winners.[2] winners are listed first in bold.[9]
| Afrobeats Single of the Year | Best Recording of the Year |
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| Producer of the Year | Songwriter of the Year |
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| Best R&B Single | Best Rap Single |
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| Best Alternative Song | Best Street-Hop Artist |
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| Best Vocal Performance (Male) | Best Vocal Performance (Female) |
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| Best Music Video | Best Collaboration |
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| Rookie of the Year | Next Rated |
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| Digital Artist of the Year | International Artist of the Year |
| Best Male Artist | Best Female Artist |
| Best West African Artist of the Year | Best East African Artist of the Year |
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| Best North African Artist of the Year | Best Southern African Artist of the Year |
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| Best Central African Artist of the Year | African Artist of the Year |
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| Best R&B Album | Best Alternative Album |
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| Best Rap Album | Album of the Year |
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| Headies' Viewer's Choice | Song of the Year |
| Best Inspirational Single | Lyricist on the Roll |
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| International Artist Recognition | Hall of Fame |
| Special Recognition | |
References
- Headies, The (30 August 2023). "Meet The 16th Headies Host". The Headies. Retrieved 7 September 2023.
- Grein, Paul (28 August 2023). "Burna Boy Leads in 2023 Headies Awards Nominations: Full List (Exclusive)". Billboard. Retrieved 5 September 2023.
- Grein, Paul (4 September 2023). "Rema, Burna Boy Top 2023 Headies Awards: Full Winners List". Billboard. Retrieved 5 September 2023.
- Headies, The (1 June 2023). "HIGHLIGHT OF THE 16TH HEADIES STAKE HOLDERS BRUNCH - The Headies". Retrieved 7 September 2023.
- Ogunbodede, Ewaoluwa. "16th Headies: OdumoduBlvck, Bayanni, Eltee Skhillz, Others Nominated For Rookie Of The Year". Channels TV. Retrieved 7 September 2023.
- Headies, The (31 July 2023). "United States Consul General Host Reception In Honor Of The Headies". The Headies. Retrieved 7 September 2023.
- "Consul General lauds growing US-Nigeria pact in creative industry". Businessday NG. 4 August 2023. Retrieved 7 September 2023.
- "Headies confirm musical performers for 2023 edition". Music In Africa. 16 August 2023. Retrieved 7 September 2023.
- Olabode, Taiwo. "2023 Headies Awards: Complete List of Winners". TurnTable. Retrieved 7 September 2023.
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