Nigerian Superstar Burna Boy Makes History at Stade de France

Burna Boy, a Grammy-winning Nigerian sensation, has once again made history by being the first African performer to sell out the storied Stade de France in Paris, which has 80,000 seats.

On Friday, April 18, 2025, the Afrofusion phenomenon performed before an audience of more than 80,000 people, marking a significant milestone. In addition to solidifying his reputation as a worldwide music hero, the sold-out performance was a turning point for the Afrobeats genre on the international scene.

Nigerian singer Nissi and Afrobeats artist Fireboy DML were the opening performers, and they both helped to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a set list full of hits from around the world and fan favorites, Burna Boy stormed the stage to roaring cheers

Burna Boy delighted fans with unexpected guest appearances all night long. He was accompanied on stage by British rapper Dave, Nigerian rapper Shallipopi, French singer Dadju, and Joé Dwèt Filé. Dave's performance of their smash song Location, which ignited the audience in a moment of intercontinental celebration, was one of the night's highlights.

Burna Boy expressed his sincere gratitude to the audience in response to the historic achievement:

"Thank you very much, Paris! I appreciate your faith in me, this movement, and this sound. This is for Africa and all dreamers, and it is greater than myself.

Since then, videos of the performance have gone viral on social media, with fans and other artists applauding the accomplishment's importance. Don Jazzy, a Nigerian producer, tweeted:

The accomplishment has been hailed by music reviewers as a historic one for Burna Boy and the African music scene as a whole, solidifying Afrobeats' standing as a worldwide genre.

This performance at France's national stadium comes after Burna Boy's earlier sold-out shows at legendary locations like London Stadium, Paris La Défense Arena, and Madison Square Garden in New York, further demonstrating his unparalleled appeal on a worldwide scale.

Burna Boy's victory at the Stade de France is a significant cultural event that solidifies Africa's position in the world of music.