Twice as Tall represents a powerful leap for Burna Boy, which was released in August 2020. Burna Boy describes his creative process as highly intuitive, telling The New York Times, “It all just comes, like someone is standing there and telling me what to say… It’s all according to the spirits.” He stated that the album’s ambition is to build a bridge that unites every black person in the world.
Burna Boy brought in some serious talent to craft the album’s sound. The production was largely handled by key players, including Telz, Rexxie, LeriQ, Timbaland, and DJDS, who brought their massive, polished vibe to the tracks.
He understood the importance of collaboration. The album features an awesome list of guest artists who added their unique sound, including legends like Youssou N’Dour and Naughty by Nature, the Kenyan group Sauti Sol, Coldplay’s Chris Martin, and UK rapper Stormzy.
Twice as Tall received widespread acclaim for its production, message, and Burna Boy’s commanding presence. Publications like Pitchfork, The Guardian, and Pulse Nigeria celebrated it as one of his strongest works. The album went on to win the Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards, cementing Burna Boy’s place as one of Africa’s most influential and globally respected artists.
Twice as Tall is more than just music but a statement of pride, purpose, and power, a bridge connecting Africa to the world through rhythm, spirit, and conviction.
