2022 Headies nomination list

The Headies has released the much-awaited nominees’ list for the 2022 Headies award and by all indications, it promises to be the toughest yet.

Things to consider from the list

The Headies Understands the Need to Evolve

The recent slump in the respect accorded to the Headies by the music community suggested a case of diminishing return. The Headies appeared to have hit a Cul-de-sac and desperately needed to rebrand.

This year’s Headies showed that the Headies understands this need and they listened to constructive criticism. The 2022 Headies award has been expanded to over 35 categories for more representation and inclusion

The Superlative Importance Of The Next Rated Category

Since, its inception, the Next Rated Category has been the most exciting part of the Headies Awards and the Headies understand the importance of retaining the sanctity of the category.

The 2022 Headies nominees’ list sees a reversal of the previous rule that makes artists with albums ineligible for the category.

This decision must have been inspired by the need to ensure that those deserving, as well as the acts capable of reigniting the interest synonymous with the category, are included.

International Success Can’t Be Ignored Domestically

Burna Boy’s ‘African Giant’ became decreased to a restricted classes on the 2020 Headies award. However, this year, matters are exclusive with the inner achievement of ‘Essence’ and ‘Made In Lagos.’

The unmarried and the album made the nomination listing for all of the main classes. This suggests that such degree of worldwide massive worldwide achievement cannot be neglect domestically.

The Identity Crisis With The Alternative Categories Continues

The absence of categories for indigenous sounds such as high life and fuji means that songs that don’t fit into the mainstream categories are shoehorned into the Alternative category.

The 2022 Headies nomination list has failed to correct this and it can be expected that the Alternative categories will leave Alte fans visibly dissatisfied.

Seeing a is a song that’s practically a club banger and street anthem getting shortlisted for Best Alternative Song will surely generate questions as to the definition of Alternative music. Brace up everyone because it’s going to be a lengthy debate.

The Headies Woos African Audience

The Headies is primarily a Nigerian music award and while there’s an African category, the primary interest in the award is restricted to Nigeria.

The 2022 Headies award has expanded with categories for different regions.

This is clearly an attempt to attract more followers within the continent and increase Headies’ international recognition and acceptance. International Success Can’t Be Ignored Domestically Burna Boy’s ‘African Giant’ became decreased to a restricted class on the 2020 Headies award.

However, this year, matters are exclusive with the inner achievement of ‘Essence’ and ‘Made In Lagos.’

The unmarried and the album made the nomination listing for all of the main classes. This suggests that such a degree of worldwide massive worldwide achievement cannot be neglected domestically.

Gender-Based Category Still Retained

The Headies’ gender-specific nominations have sparked debate as to its relevance in a world where gender equality is at the fore of every conversation.

The Headies has, however, retained the gender-based nominations in the 2022 nominations lists.

The conversations surrounding the relevance of gender-specific categories are propelled by arguments of equity and equality and it for now, the Headies are tilting towards the former.’