South African DJ and music producer Nkosinathi Maphumulo, popularly known as DJ Black Coffee, has won
his first-ever Grammy award in the category Best Dance/Electronic Album for Subconsciously at the 64th Grammy Awards
in Las Vegas.
It is the first time an African artist has won a Grammy in this category.
The South African news website reports that he was accompanied on stage to collect his Grammy by his son Esona.
In his acceptance speech, Black Coffee thanked his team, everyone who worked on the album, and his fans.
“I want to thank God for the gift of music and being able to share it with the world and heal souls and help people go
through whatever they’re going through in life,” he said. “I want to thank my fans all over the world and people who follow
what I do, thank you so much for believing in me. I want to thank my family and my children.”
Black Coffee was up against Illenium, Major Lazer, Marshmello, Sylvan Esso and Ten City for the prestigious award.
Friends and fans have flooded social media with congratulatory messages for the artist.
The Grammy’s were hosted by South African comedian Trevor Noah.
DJ Black Coffee Wins His First Grammy Award
