Afrobeat

noun

Af·ro·beat ˈa-frō-ˌbēt

: urban popular music originating in Nigeria in the late 1960s that emphasizes percussion rhythms and features elements of jazz and funk and lyrics which are often strongly political

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The genres on the list cover a mix of hip-hop, classical, Afrobeats, pop and more. —

Brittney Melton, NPR, 3 Dec. 2024 But The Gift took it a step further in showcasing the artists themselves: Afrobeats and Afropop leading lights like Mr. Eazi, Burna Boy, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage and Yemi Alade all featured on the set. —

Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 3 Dec. 2024 In a year where hitmakers like Tyla, Rema, Tems, and Ayra Starr injected a unique vitality into Afrobeats, Morayo is sturdy but unsurprising. —

Mankaprr Conteh, Rolling Stone, 22 Nov. 2024 Based in Accra, one of the best places to visit in Africa in 2024, the Ghanaian visual artist namechecks his favorite art markets, beaches, and Afrobeat bars in the hometown that inspires his work. —

Toyo Odetunde, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for Afrobeat