EMERGING report indicates that Afrobeats star Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba (professionally known as MohBad) had last night, become the 58th most selling digital artist in the world.
The Global Digital Artistes Ranking chart is measured by an artist’s presence on iTunes and streaming charts around the world, those familiar with the report said.
In a post shared by veteran journalist, Kemi Olunloyo, read; “Unfortunately, MohBad got the most streams and downloads when he died. He is now ahead of international giants like Eminem, Nicki Minaj, 21 Savage, Chris Brown, Lady Gaga, Drake, Rema, Wizkid, Burna and several others.
This translates to a Grammy entry. He has the numbers for Best World Album and Best Afrobeat.
Submissions end soon. Nominations will be announced in November, and winners announced in February.
Were he alive, his booking fees would be $500,000.00 a show at Afrobeat festivals.
The sudden and tragic death of MohBad has sent shockwaves through the music industry and his fanbase in Nigeria.
The 27-year-old rapper, singer, and songwriter’s untimely passing has not only left a void in the Nigerian music scene but has also raised significant concerns and sparked outrage among his devoted fans. MohBad’s death occurred on Tuesday 12th September 12, 2023, leaving his fans devastated and seeking disquisition by the security agents to uncover the circumstances surrounding his untimely death.
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