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Afrobeats star Burna Boy celebrates birthday in Jamaica

By Micaiah Morgan··1 min read
Afrobeats star Burna Boy celebrates birthday in Jamaica

Afrobeats sensation Burna Boy is said to have returned to Jamaica to celebrate his birthday, following his highly anticipated performance in the country last December.

Arriving on the island earlier this week via a private jet, the artiste, whose given name is Damini Oguluis is reportedly enjoying his stay at a property in Trelawny.

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The artiste’s birthday visit comes as after he recently achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the first African singer to sell out a 41,000-capacity stadium in the United States.

Burna Boy's love for Jamaican culture 


Since his arrival to Jamaica, Burna Boy has been spotted reveling at various local hotspots, including the renowned Weddy Weddy Wednesdays. Inside the esteemed Stone Love headquarters in St Andrew, the African Giant was seen partying alongside popular disc jocks Boom Boom and Randy Rich.

During his debut performance in Jamaica last December, Burna Boy expressed his profound love for the Jamaican culture and its people, vowing to return to the Caribbean island.

Burna Boy has an extensive musical career which includes notable collaborations with global icons such as Beyonce, Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, and dancehall star Popcaan.

 

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