American rapper Rick Ross, born William Leonard Roberts II, has spotlighted several African musicians as global superstars, urging the music industry to pay attention to their talents. Currently in Cape Town, South Africa, the rapper shared his admiration for these artistes in a video posted on his Instagram page on January 15, 2025.

In the clip, Rick Ross praised Ghanaian dancehall sensation Stonebwoy, Nigerian hitmaker Davido, and South African rapper Nasty C, alongside other rising stars from the continent.

“Before I go any further, while I am in Cape Town, South Africa, I want to salute some of my personal favourites. And these are global icons. They are Davido, Nasty C, Stonebwoy, Chop Sticks, Blaqbonez, and Psycho YP,” he said.

The rapper also used the opportunity to encourage greater collaboration between American and African artistes, emphasizing the importance of building cultural and creative bridges.

“These are my list of icons. Let’s continue to build that bridge from the U.S.A. to Africa. Because they are legends,” he added, underscoring his belief in the global influence of African music.

In addition to his shoutout, Rick Ross hinted at exciting plans for his forthcoming album, revealing that it will feature some African artistes. This move aligns with his call for stronger musical connections between continents and could mark a significant milestone in blending African and American sounds.

Rick Ross’s recognition of African musicians reflects the growing prominence of the continent’s music industry on the global stage. As artistes like Stonebwoy, Davido, and Nasty C continue to break boundaries, the world is taking notice of the vibrant talent Africa has to offer.