Paris, France – May 26, 2025 – Nigerian music icon and Grammy Award winner Burna Boy has once again made history on the international stage. His chart-topping single ‘City Boy’ has been awarded platinum certification by the Syndicat National de l'Édition Phonographique (SNEP), the official body responsible for certifying music sales and streams in France.

The certification, which denotes over 30 million streams in the French market, marks Burna Boy’s ninth platinum plaque in France—extending his record as the most certified Nigerian artist in the country’s history.

‘City Boy’, a standout track from Burna Boy’s critically acclaimed 2023 album “I Told Them...”, has enjoyed massive commercial success, not only in France but globally. The single blends his signature Afro-fusion sound with contemporary hip-hop elements, showcasing his versatility as an artist and further endearing him to international audiences.

This latest milestone adds to Burna Boy’s growing list of international accolades and reaffirms his status as one of Africa’s most successful and influential music exports. His growing footprint in Europe, particularly in Francophone markets, underscores his role in reshaping global perceptions of African music and culture.

With multiple sold-out tours across the continent, a Grammy win, and now nine SNEP-certified platinum singles, Burna Boy continues to push boundaries and break new ground for African artists worldwide.