Here are the Nominees for the 12th Prestigious HiPipo Music Awards: Cast Your Votes Now!
20, October, 2023. KAMPALA, UGANDA – The HiPipo Music Awards (HMA) is proud to stride into its illustrious twelfth year and is excited to present the official 2023 nominations. The grand awards night is set to take place on Friday, 17th November, at the luxurious Kampala Serena Hotel.
Having established itself as a beacon of musical excellence in Africa, the HiPipo Music Awards has been at the forefront of celebrating and promoting the continent’s most exceptional talents. Over the years, it has been instrumental in uplifting and giving due recognition to countless artists.
This year, HiPipo has unveiled thirteen diverse categories that spotlight a vast expanse of talents. These span the dynamic Ugandan musical landscape, reach out to the broader East African horizons, and encompass the vibrant African continent.
Innocent Kawooya, CEO of HiPipo, expressed his enthusiasm; “The unveiling of the 2023 HMA nominations is a testament to the richness of African music. We are now calling upon all music enthusiasts to cast their votes for their favourite acts and artists. This is a celebration of the soundtracks of our lives from October 5th, 2022, to October 5th, 2023.”
Adding to this, he mentioned; “Our past ceremonies have showcased stellar performances, and this year promises even more dazzle. Stay tuned for the list of performers. But, for now, let’s ensure our favorite artists get the spotlight they deserve by voting for them.”
Voting is open until 6:00PM on November 17th. Once the voting period concludes, the stage will be set for hours of anticipation, leading up to the grand announcement of the winners on the same night.
As the 2023 HiPipo Music Awards voting phase kickstarts, we are brimming with excitement. Alongside the global music community, we fervently await a night that promises to honor the best in African music.
Join us in this celebration! Cast your votes today.
Categories Open for Public Nominations:
Africa
Africa Best ACT
- Ayra Starr – Sability
- Bien x DJ Edu – Too Easy
- Burna Boy – Rollercoaster (feat. J Balvin)
- Davido – UNAVAILABLE Ft. Musa Keys
- Diamond Platnumz – Yatapita
- Fik Fameica Ft. Cassper Nyovest, Khaligraph Jones & Navio – Mafia Remix
- Joshua Baraka – NANA Remix (Feat. Joeboy, King Promise & BIEN)
- Jux Ft. Diamond Platnumz – Enjoy
- Kizz Daniel, Empire – Cough
- Rexxie, Naira Marley & Skiibii – Abracadabra (Remix Ft. Wizkid)
- Ruger – Asiwaju
- Spyro Ft. Tiwa Savage – Who is your Guy? Remix
- Victony & Tempoe – Soweto
Africa Best Video
- Afande Miah & Afande OJ – Mambo Bado
- Asake – Organise
- A’shaan – Problem
- Burna Boy – Big 7
- Diamond Platnumz Ft. Koffi Olomide – Achii
- Kcee – Ojapiano
- Kizz Daniel, Empire – Cough
- Kuami Eugene, Rotimi – Cryptocurrency
- Mbosso – Huyu Hapa
- Patoranking – ABOBI
- TOOFAN – C’EST PAS NORMAL
- Wendy Shay – Habibi
- Zuchu Ft Innoss’B – Nani Remix
Africa Number One
- Asake
- Ayra Starr
- Burna Boy
- Davido
- Diamond Platnumz
- Fireboy
- Kizz Daniel
- Rema
- Sheebah
- Tiwa Savage
East Africa
East Africa Super Hit
- Bien – Inauma
- Billnass Ft Jay Melody – Puuh
- Deejay Pius – BONANE Ft Alyn Sano & Bushali Visualiser
- Diamond Platnumz – Yatapita
- Element EleéeH – FOU DE TOi Feat Ross Kana & Bruce Melodie
- Fik Fameica Ft. Cassper Nyovest, Khaligraph Jones & Navio – Mafia Remix
- Harmonize – Single Again
- Joshua Baraka – NANA Remix (Feat. Joeboy, King Promise & BIEN)
- Jux Ft. Diamond Platnumz – Enjoy
- Khaligraph Jones – Minimal Pressure
- Natacha – LAMGAMBO
- Sheebah – Yolo
- Wakadinali – Sikutambui
East Africa Super Video
- Afande Miah & Afande OJ – Mambo Bado
- A’shaan – Problem
- Bien x DJ Edu – Too Easy
- Diamond Platnumz Ft. Koffi Olomide – Achii
- Eddy Kenzo Ft. Morgan Heritage – Long to be home
- Element Eleeeh Ft. Ross kana & Bruce Melodie – Fou De Toi
- Harmonize – Single Again
- Mbosso – Huyu Hapa
- Nyashinski – Good to me
- Sheebah – Kika Buka
- Zuchu Ft. Innoss’B – Nani
Uganda
Best Regional Song
- A’shaan – Problem
- Benon Enze – Arua City Ft. Endy Joe
- Emily Kikazi X Rab J Ekyafaayo – Sharamu (Decide)
- Josh Rash – Onyamai
- Karah Gloria – E social Media
- Okeng Born Town – My Charana
- Omutume Planet – Chai Wenjaye
- Planet Aaron – Ekisambi Kya Abwooli
- Profesa Maros – Gala Eye
- Ray G X Ziza Bafana My Boo
- Shanandi – Maama Uganda
- Tinah Baiby – Tikaaloba
- Titus Vybes Ft. Eddy Kenzo – Sisikem
Breakthrough Artist
- Acidic Vokoz
- Alien skin
- Ava Peace
- Joshua Baraka
- Jowy Landa
- Kin Bella
- Ugaboys
- Victor Ruz
- Vivian Mimi
- Omugagga Ssende & Sharif Lukenge
- BentiBoys Africa
Most Viral Song
- Alien Skin – Party
- Alien Skin – Sitya Danger
- B2C – Obulungi Bunuma
- Crysto Panda – Empele
- Gravity Omutujju – Kwepicha
- Hatim and Dokey – Did I Die
- Mudra D Viral – Balo Balo
- Omutume Planet – Chai Wenjaye
Song of the Year
- Alien Skin – Party
- B2C – Obulungi Bunuma
- David Lutalo – Nalongo
- Spice Diana – Siri Regular
- Joshua Baraka – Nana
- Karole Kasiita Ft. Vinka and Winnie Nwagi – Chekecha RMX
- Rema Namakula – Ampisaawo
- Sheebah – Kika Buka
- Vinka – Bailando
Video of the Year
- Afande Miah & Afande OJ – Mambo Bado
- A’shaan – Problem
- Azawi – Omwenge
- B2C – Kitooke Kyagonja
- David Lutalo – Nalongo
- Eddy Kenzo & Morgan Heritage – Long to be Home
- Mudra D Viral – Balo Balo
- Rema Namakula – Ampisaawo
- Sheebah – Kika Buka
- Victor Kamenyo Ft. Pipo – Money Bags
Best Male Artist
- Alien Skin
- B2C
- David Lutalo
- Eddy Kenzo
- Fik Fameica
- Joshua Baraka
Best Female Artist
- Karole Kasita
- Kataleya and Kandle
- Sheebah
- Spice Diana
- Vinka
- Winnie Nwagi
Artist of the Year
- Alien Skin
- David Lutalo
- Eddy Kenzo
- Fik Fameica
- Sheebah
- Vinka
Join us in this celebration! Cast your votes today at https://hma.hipipo.com/vote/.
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