Recently, Nigerian star, Rema and ‘Jerusalema’ crooner, Master KG were named on the 2021 Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 list. The list celebrates game-changers across the continent who are leading the way in their respective fields.
At just 21 years old, Rema is already making waves in the music industry with his unique sound and style. His track ‘Iron Man’ was recently named one of the best songs of 2019 by Rolling Stone, and he has been praised for his influence on the new generation of African musicians.
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Master KG, meanwhile, has taken the world by storm with his global hit ‘Jerusalema’. The song has been streamed millions of times and has topped charts in multiple countries. It has also been popular accross social media, further cementing Master KG’s status as a global superstar. These two young men are undoubtedly changing the face of African music, and their music fans can’t wait to see what they do next.
In previous years Mr Eazi, Lloyd Harris, Siya Kolisi, Sho Madjozi, Bruce Diale, Karabo Poppy, Thuso Mbedu, Nomzamo Mbatha, Burna Boy, Nthabiseng Mosia, Davido, Shamim Nabuuma Kaliisa, Nasty C, and Wizkid have all made the list.
