Burna Boy makes history as first African artist to headline Stade De France
Global music superstar Burna Boy made history on April 18, 2025 by becoming the first African artist to headline a sold-out show at the legendary Stade De France in Paris.
Performing in front of over 80,000 fans, the Afrofusion giant delivered an unforgettable night filled with high energy, surprise moments, and a celebration of African music on the global stage.
The milestone performance further solidified Burna Boy‘s status as one of the most influential artists in the world today. As the first African artist to headline the iconic venue, Burna Boy continues to put African music on the global map, with his hit singles earning numerous certifications in France.
The night began with electrifying sets by Nissi and Fireboy DML, who set the tone with their performance of the hit single Nobody. Their energetic performance had the crowd buzzing and quickly became a topic of conversation on social media.
As Burna Boy took the stage, the energy surged, and fans were treated to a musical journey through his biggest hits, accompanied by his captivating storytelling and magnetic stage presence. The surprises kept coming as he invited Shallipopi to join him for a remix of the viral hit Laho, setting the internet on fire with the collaboration.
Burna Boy also welcomed Joé Dwèt Filé to perform their track 4KampeII, and brought out French singer Dadju, thrilling the crowd even further. The surprises didn’t stop there. UK rapper Dave joined Burna Boy for a performance of their chart-topping single Location, further showcasing the global reach of the Afrobeats star.
Meanwhile, each collaboration highlighted Burna Boy’s extensive global connections and his influence across multiple music scenes, from Africa to Europe and beyond.
The historic performance of Burna Boy at Stade De France was not just a concert; it was a celebration of unity, culture, and the power of music without borders. Lastly, Burna Boy continues to break records and set new standards in the global music industry. By this, he is proving once again that his sound is unstoppable.
