Bnxn

Daniel Benson (born 19 May 1997) known professionally as Bnxn (pronounced as Benson) and formerly known as Buju,[1] is a Nigerian Afro-fusion singer,[2] songwriter and record producer.[3]

Bnxn
Birth nameDaniel Benson
Also known asBuju, Bujutoyourears
Born (1997-05-19) 19 May 1997
Gbagada, Lagos, Nigeria
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
Years active2018 - present
Labels
  • Spaceship (former)
  • To Your Ears Entertainment
Associated actsWizkid

Ladipoe

Zlatan

Timaya

Burna Boy

Blaqbonez

Pheelz

Early life

He was born in Lagos, Nigeria. He hails from Akwa Ibom state. Bnxn is an Afro-fusion singer and songwriter. He was previously signed to Burna Boy's Spaceship Records.[4] He grew up in Gbagada with his family, relocating to Ogun State.[5]

Career

Background

Sorry I'm Late is the extended play (EP) project of Buju, it was released on 27 October 2021, under the management of T.Y.E/Empire Records. It features guest appearances from Nigerian Highlife music duo, The Cavemen, and production from Steph, Perlz, Denzl, Timi Jay and Rexxie. It was mixed and mastered by Vtek and Poppil.[6] Motolani Alake of Pulse Nigeria said that it "projects confidence, wins and 'comfort".[7][8][9] Buju performed his first show in London on November 30, marking the beginning of his Sorry I'm Late tour.[10]

On 22 December 2021, Buju headlined his first sold-out concert,[11][12] which was also his debut concert in Lagos.[13] held at Balmoral Convection centre, Lagos.[14]

[15]In 2022, Buju officially changed his name to BNXN.

Discography
  • Sorry I'm Late (EP)[16]

Singles
Year Title Reference
2018 "Catch a Vibe"
"Wahala"
2019 "Energy"
"Commander"
"Spiritual" (featuring Zlatan) [17]
"L'enu"
"Ohema & TMXO"
2020 "So Lovely"
"Lenu Remix" (featuring Burna Boy) [18]
2021 "Outside" [19]
"Testimony"
"Italy" (featuring Blaq Diamond)
Year Title Producer Album Reference
2021 "Feeling" (Ladipoe) P.Prime Providence (EP)
"Bling" (Blaqbonez) Sex Over Love
"Alubarika" (Zlatan) [20][21] Resan
"Confident" (Savage)
"Mood" (Wizkid) P2J Made in Lagos [22]
"Your Body" (Basketmouth) [23]
"Times Two" (Wani) [24]
"Cold Outside" (Timaya)
2022 "Sweet Daddy" (Dai Verse) Semzi
"Saloo (Remix)" (Kashcoming)
"Hustle" (Reminisce) Sarz
"Finesse" (Pheelz) Miichkel

Awards and nominations
Year Event Prize Recipient Result Ref
2019 The Headies 2020 Rookie Himself Nominated [25]
2020 City People Entertainment Awards Revelation of the Year Himself Won [26]
2021 AFRIMMA African Fan Favourite "Outside" [A] Nominated
AFRIMMA Best Artist or Duo Group Ladipoe featuring Buju - "Feeling" [A] Nominated
AFRIMMA Best African Rapper or Lyricist Ladipoe featuring Buju - "Feeling"[A] Nominated [27]
AFRIMMA Best Promising Artiste "Outside" [A] Nominated [28]
AFRIMMA Best Artiste, Duo or Group in African Hip Hop Blaqbonez - "Bling" featuring Amaarae and Buju) [A] Nominated
2022 Grammy Awards Best Global Music Album Made in Lagos Deluxe Edition by Wizkid Nominated

[29]

References
  1. Edeme, Victoria. "Singer Buju changes stage name to 'BNXN'". The Punch. The Punch Newspaper. Retrieved 18 February 2022.
  2. Alake, Motolani (4 November 2021). "Mayorkun is shocked that Buju's name is Daniel Benson". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
  3. Alake, Motolani (26 May 2021). "Burna Boy, Joeboy, Omah Lay, Buju, Tems emerge as part of the most-streamed artists in the world on Audiomack". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
  4. Unamka, Sampson (5 July 2021). "Buju exits Burna Boy's label". The Nation. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
  5. Benson, Daniel (30 March 2020). "Interview: Buju Is the Blooming Afro-Fusion Artist You Should Know". OkayAfrica (Interview). Interviewed by Adedayo Laketu. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
  6. Alake, Motolani (28 October 2021). "Buju releases 7-track sophomore EP, 'Sorry I'm Late'". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
  7. Alake, Motolani (29 October 2021). "Buju's Sorry I'm Late projects confidence, wins and 'comfort' [Pulse EP Review]". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
  8. Lady, Boss (30 March 2022). "BNXN (Buju) - For Days". Entmediahub. Retrieved 30 March 2022.
  9. 234hit (30 March 2022). "Kilometer (Remix) (feat Zinoleesky)". 234Hit. Retrieved 30 March 2022.
  10. Pulse Mix (7 December 2021). "BUJU thrills fans in London as he kick-starts his". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
  11. Lawore, Mutiat (13 November 2021). "Buju debut concert". The Sun. Retrieved 4 March 2022.
  12. Falade, Tomi (13 November 2021). "Buju Announces First Major Concert In Lagos". Independent Nigeria. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
  13. Okeke, Ifeoma (14 November 2021). "Buju debut concert 'Sorry I'm late' to hold in Lagos". Business Day. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
  14. "Buju to shut down Balmoral Convection centre this Wednesday December". Vanguard. 22 December 2021. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
  15. Daily, Trust (2 May 2022). "Would Buju Tyre's Fame Survive The Change Of His Name To BNXN?".
  16. Lady, Boss (27 October 2021). "Buju - Sorry I'm Late". ENT Media Hub. Retrieved 20 February 2022.
  17. Ade Peter, Dennis (9 August 2021). "BUJU FEATURES ZLATAN ON NEW SINGLE, "SPIRITUAL"". The Native. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
  18. African Music, Pan (17 July 2020). "Nigerian Afro fusion artist Buju invites Burna Boy on "Lenu Remix" music video". Pan African Music. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
  19. Alake, Motolani (20 May 2021). "Did Buju hint at an exit from Burna Boy's label on new single, 'Outside'?". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
  20. Adekanye, Modupeoluwa (6 August 2021). "Listen: Zlatan Features Buju In New Single "Alubarika"". The Guardian Life. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
  21. Olorunnisola, Israel (6 August 2021). "Can Buju and Zlatan make a joint EP already!?". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
  22. Bassey, Ekaete (2 August 2021). "Buju links up with Wizkid, others days after public outrage". The Nation. Retrieved 1 September 2021.
  23. Admin (10 October 2021). "Basketmouth flexes muscle, taps BUJU in new single, "Your Body"". The Guardian on Sunday. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
  24. Guardian Life (23 July 2021). "WANI RELEASES "TIMES TWO" FT BUJU AHEAD "LAGOS CITY VICE II" EP". The GuardianLife. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
  25. "Headies Award 2019: Nominees and Winners". Vanguard. 19 October 2021. Retrieved 23 May 2021.
  26. Reporter (7 December 2020). "WINNERS EMERGE AT 2020 CITY PEOPLE MUSIC AWARDS [FULL LIST]". City People Magazine. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
  27. Milimo, Dennis (6 October 2021). "List of Nominees for the 2021 AFRIMMA Awards (Full List)". Pulse Kenya. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
  28. "Afrima Nominations 2021 Full list of nominees both Nigerians, oda Africans artists". BBC Pidgin. 23 September 2021. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
  29. "Buju [BNXN] Latest Songs 2022". abokimusik.com. 23 July 2021. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
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