International Players
These music stars flex their global appeal.
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2Face Idibia Best International Act: Africa - “I’m looking forward to the awards and I hope I win,” said the widely acclaimed singer while visiting the BET Awards Radio Remote Room. “My music is getting across gradually. I want to work with so many American artists, the list is endless. I’d love to work with Alicia Keys. I’m just happy my music is getting out there.”Photo: Adrian Sidney/PictureGroup
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Tinie TempahBest International Act: UK - Tinie went from earning his stripes in the competitive UK grime scene to enjoying crossover success in the U.S. with his infectious hit “Pass Out.” Photo: Fernando Leon/PictureGroup
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Fally IpupaBest International Act: Africa - The Congo-born singer speaks to the ladies with his suave, seductive sounds.Photo: Kristy Sparow/WireImage
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D'BanjBest International Act: Africa - The Nigerian star has reportedly signed with Kanye West’s G.O.O.D Music label, so U.S. listeners can expect to hear big things from him in the future. Photo: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images
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Angelique KidjoBest International Act: Africa - Her native country of Benin may not be well known, but Angelique Kidjo's music has made its mark throughout the world.Photo Michelly Rall/Getty Images for Live Earth Events
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VV BrownBest International Act: UK - The lively pop singer has a style that’s a bit to the left, but that’s alright with us.Photo: Brad Barket/PictureGroup
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Tinchy StryderBest International Act: UK - The perennial English hitmaker boasts several chart-topping rap tunes on his résumé, including the infectious “Number 1.”Photo: RCY/PictureGroup
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SkeptaBest International Act: UK - A staple on the UK underground rap scene, Skepta is now grabbing the attention of worldwide audiences. Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for MTV
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Laura IziborBest International Act: UK - Truth be told, the Dublin-born songstress is already doing big things in U.S. Her sophisticated soul music is critically acclaimed, and she's also embarked on an acting career with a role on the TV series One Tree Hill.Photo: Rob Loud/PictureGroup
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ChipmunkBest International Act: UK - The UK MC has been making waves in the States with the Chris Brown–assisted single “Champion,” which is featured on his sophomore album Transition.Photo by Ian Gavan/Getty Images
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