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Nigerian Burna Boy’s Hit Track Makes Joe Biden, Kamala Harris’ Inauguration Playlist

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5 years ago

20/01/2021

OnyxNews Nigeria

Burna Boy’s hit track ‘Destiny,’ has been included in Joe Biden and Kamala Harris’ inauguration playlist.

‘Destiny’ is the 13th track on Burna Boy’s Grammy-nominated ‘African Giant’ album.

Burna Boy is the only Nigerian and African artiste on the playlist.

The Presidential Inaugural Committee’s CEO, Tony Allen, has given explaination to the criteria behind the song selection in a statement, published in The Insider.

He said the playlist is meant to ”honour music as a consistent vehicle that has kept us connected through a challenging year”.

“These songs and artistes reflect the relentless spirit and rich diversity of America. They are the score to a new chapter and will help bring people together as the Biden-Harris Administration begins its important work to unite our country,’’ he noted.

Burna Boy appears to be a favourite in the White House, having made former U.S. President, Barack Obama, and wife, Michelle’s playlist in 2019 and 2020 respectively.

The star-studded playlist which is now available on Soundcloud, Apple Music, Spotify, and TIDAL, includes 46 tracks.

It was created by producer and rapper, DJ D-Nice and Raedio in partnership with the inaugural committee.

The multi-generational playlist includes tracks by SZA, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Stevie Wonder, Mary J Blige, Marvin Gaye, and the late Bob Marley.

CNN said the playlist is part of the Presidential Inaugural Committee’s push ”to provide opportunities for Americans to participate in the inauguration from home because of the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Biden and Harris’s inauguration will be broadcast live on Wednesday and includes a star-studded lineup of performers.

Lady Gaga will sing the American national anthem while Jennifer Lopez will also perform some of her songs, the inaugural committee announced.