Beyoncé’s song 'Already' which featured Ghanaian dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale and Major Lazer has been recognized as the best song collabo at the just ended Urban Music Awards.
The song already was part of Beyoncé’s 2019 album dubbed the lion king, she featured Shatta Wale and the American trio, Major Lazer.
This gave prominence to Shatta Wale whose name made waves throughout Africa as the song became a hit song.
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Beyoncé had described her album as a message to Africa. And that was what influenced her decision to feature some of the big names, in order to give the song the “African feel” she wanted.
She also added that the album is not just about songs but about African music.
Shatta Wale also stated that Beyoncé complimented him on his style of music, saying his vocals were very strong.
According to Shatta Wale, this is a compliment he has never received from any Ghanaian.
Congratulations to @Beyonce ft @shattawalegh & @MAJORLAZER on winning Best Collaboration 2022 at the 18th Annual Urban Music Awards 2022 #Excited #18 #UMA #OfficiallyTakingOverValentinesDay 😍 pic.twitter.com/DFAOClrTV9
— Urban Music Awards (@Urbanmusicaward) February 14, 2022