Headies Award Winners List 2023, Headies Award Info, Overview, and More
by Reshwanth A | Updated Sep 05, 2023
Headies Award 2023 Location
The 2023 Headies Awards made history by selecting the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, as its venue on September 3rd at 5:30 am IST. Guided by the capable hands of hosts Osas Ighodaro and Terrence J, this edition transcended borders, taking the celebration of Nigerian music excellence to an international stage. It was held
Atlanta's vibrant atmosphere served as the perfect backdrop for this prestigious event, emphasizing the Headies Awards' expanding influence and its increasing presence on the global music industry map.
Headies Award Winners List 2023
Best Rap Single
Odumodublvck – “Declan Rice”
Best Vocal Performance
Wande Coal – “Kpe Paso”
Best Music Video
Director K – “Calm Down” (Remix)
Best Rap Album
Blaqbonez – Young Preacher
Lyricist on the Roll
Payper Corleone – “Fly talk alone”
Producer of the Year
Rexxie – Abracadaba Remix
Best Male Artiste
Rema
Rookie of the Year
Odumodublvk
Best Inspirational Single
Neon Adejo – “Eze Ebube”
Special Recognition
Sound Sultan
Afrobeats Single of the Year
Burna Boy – “Last Last”
Digital Artiste of the Year
Rema
Best Street Hop Artiste
Seyi Vibez
Next Rated
Asake
Album of the Year
Asake – “Mr Money with the vibe”
Song of the Year
Burna Boy – “Last Last”
Best Collaboration
Spyro ft Tiwa Savage – “Who is your guy remix”
African Artiste of the Year
Rema (Nigeria)
Best West African Artiste of the Year
Black Sherif (Ghana)
Best R&B Album
Chike – The Brother’s Keeper
Headies Viewers choice
Victony- “Soweto”
International Artiste of the Year
Selena Gomez
Best Recording of the Year
Victony & Tempoe – “Soweto”
Best Vocal Performance (Female)
Waje – “In Between”
Best North African Artiste of the Year
El Grande Toto – Morocco
Best East African Artiste of the Year
Diamond Platnumz
Best Central African Artiste of the Year
Libianca – Cameroon
Best Female Artiste
Ayra Starr
Hall of Fame
Youssou N’Dour
Songwriter of the Year
Simi Kosoko, Godsfavour Chidozie, Kosoko Adekunle, Marcel Akunwata – “Loyal” (Simi)
Best Alternate Album
BOJ – Gbagada Express
Best Southern African Artiste of the Year
Focalistic – South Africa
Best R&B Single
Burna Boy – “For My Hand”
Best Alternative Song
Wizard Chan – “Earth Song”
Category
Winners
Headies Awards Info
The Headies, originally called the Hip Hop World Awards, is a prestigious Nigerian music awards show established in 2006 by Hip Hop World Magazine. Its main goal is to acknowledge and celebrate exceptional achievements in the Nigerian music industry. This annual event is a platform for both established and emerging artists to perform and gain recognition, featuring live performances by talented musicians.
The show is broadcast live on HipTV, reaching audiences throughout Nigeria, and enabling music enthusiasts to witness it in real-time. Over the years, The Headies has had notable hosts, including Darey Art Alade, D'banj, Dakore Egbuson, Banky W., Rita Dominic, M.I., Tiwa Savage, and Dr SID. It plays a pivotal role in recognizing and fostering talent within the Nigerian music scene, making it a significant annual event for the industry and fans of Nigerian music.
Headies Overview
Award Name
The Headies (formerly Hip Hop World Awards)
Awarded for
Outstanding achievements in the Nigerian music industry
Country
Nigeria
Presented by
Hip Hop World Magazine
First awarded
10 March 2006; 17 years ago
Headies History
The Headies, originally the Hip Hop World Awards, founded by Ayo Animashaun, boasts a rich history in Nigerian music. Designed by Matthias Aragbada and crafted by Jide Adewoye, its unique plaque symbolizes the struggles and talents of young artists.
In 2008, it underwent a transformation, plated with 21-carat gold and composed of resin, copper, steel, marble, and gold. With 25 categories by 2018, most winners are chosen through open voting, except for select categories like Best Recording of the Year and Best Rap Album. The Headies remains a prestigious platform celebrating Nigerian music excellence.
Headies Award Winners List 2023 - FAQs
The Headies Awards, formerly known as the Hip Hop World Awards, is an annual music awards ceremony in Nigeria that recognizes outstanding achievements in the Nigerian music industry. It celebrates the contributions of artists, songwriters, producers, and other industry professionals.
The first Headies Award ceremony took place on March 10, 2006, marking its inception in the Nigerian music scene.
The Headies plaque is a unique symbol representing the struggles and talents of young, aspiring artists in Nigeria. It was designed to reflect the spirit of a talented individual facing challenges in the Nigerian music industry.
To attend the Headies Awards ceremony, you can purchase tickets if they are available to the public. Additionally, the event is often broadcast on television and streamed online, allowing fans to watch the awards show from the comfort of their homes.
The winners of most categories at the Headies Awards are determined through open voting, where the public can vote for their favorite nominees. However, certain categories, such as Best Recording of the Year and Best Rap Album, are not open to public voting and are decided by industry experts.