Burna Boy is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and record producer who has taken the world by storm with his unique blend of afrobeat, dancehall, reggae and pop music. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential and successful African artists of all time, with numerous awards and accolades to his name, including a Grammy Award in 2021 for his album Twice as Tall.
Burna Boy is also Africa’s highest paid and highest grossing touring artiste, earning millions of dollars from his sold-out concerts across the globe. He has performed at some of the most prestigious venues and festivals in the world, such as the Madison Square Garden in New York, the O2 Arena in London, the Coachella in California, and the World Creole Music Festival in Dominica.
The following table shows the gross revenue of 14 of his concerts in 2023, which totaled $15 million, according to Billboard.
| Venue | Location | Gross Revenue |
|---|---|---|
| Paris La Defense Arena | Paris, France | $2.86 million |
| Madison Square Garden | New York, USA | $1.58 million |
| Ziggo Dome | Amsterdam, Netherlands | $1.56 million |
| Capital One Arena | Washington, USA | $1.43 million |
| O2 Arena | London, UK | $1.35 million |
| BMO Stadium | Chicago, USA | $1.22 million |
| State Farm Arena | Atlanta, USA | $905,024 |
| Oakland Arena | Oakland, USA | $885,278 |
| Hallenstadion | Zurich, Switzerland | $822,939 |
| Addition Financial Arena | Orlando, USA | $636,923 |
| American Airlines Center | Dallas, USA | $559,332 |
| Climate Pledge Arena | Seattle, USA | $495,533 |
| Rogers Place | Edmonton, Canada | $450,087 |
| 3Arena | Dublin, Ireland | $378,802 |
Burna Boy’s success story is an inspiration to many aspiring musicians and fans around the world. He has proven that with hard work, passion, and creativity, one can achieve greatness and make a positive impact on the world. He is truly the African Giant of music.
