OliveTheBoy Wins AFROBEATS/AFRO POP SONG OF THE YEAR at 2024 B&O 3Music Awards
His hit track GOODSIN triumphed over a competitive lineup that included some of the biggest names in the Ghanaian music industry. This category, known for its fierce competition, featured hits like, Bad Boy - Lasmid Broken Heart — DJ Vyrusky ft. Kuami Eugene, Case Remix (ft Mophty) — Mr. Drew , Cryptocurrency - Kuami Eugene ft Rotimi , Hossana - Banzy Banero , Likor - Kidi , Monica — Kuami Eugene , Perfect Combi - King Promise ft Gabzy, Rent Free - Gyakie and Terminator - King Promise, a star-studded field of nominees which OlivetheBoy’s GOODSIN outshined.
The victory, which comes at a time when Afrobeat continues to dominate the global music scene speaks to OlivetheBoy's unique style and infectious sound. His ability to stand out among such strong contenders marks a significant achievement, further solidifying his rising star status in both Ghana and on the international stage.
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