Kenyan singer-songwriter Bridget Blue has secured a major milestone in her career after being nominated for Best Female Artiste in Eastern Africa at the 2025 All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA).
The recognition comes on the back of her stirring collaboration “I Choose You” with Bien-Aimé Baraza, marking yet another step in her steady rise to continental acclaim.
“I Choose You” blends Bridget Blue’s soulful vocal range with Bien’s textured delivery, creating a ballad rooted in themes of love, choice, and vulnerability.
The song’s emotional honesty has struck a chord with fans, balancing raw lyrics with polished production.
AFRIMA remains one of Africa’s most respected award platforms, celebrating musicians across 39 categories and bringing together the continent’s brightest talents.
To be shortlisted in Best Female Artiste in Eastern Africa is no small feat. It places Bridget Blue in the company of established stars from Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda, underscoring her growth as one of Kenya’s most promising exports.
Kenya has often been underrepresented in continental award circuits compared to West Africa’s Afrobeats dominance or South Africa’s Amapiano wave. Bridget’s nomination helps shift that balance, spotlighting Kenya’s soulful and lyrical side of music.
This isn’t the first time Bridget Blue has caught AFRIMA’s attention. Back in 2022, she earned three nominations — Best RnB & Soul, Best Female Inspirational Music, and Songwriter of the Year — for tracks such as “Goodbye” and “Woman.” Those nods positioned her as an emerging artist with something different to offer.
Three years later, her recognition for “I Choose You” demonstrates staying power. Bridget has continued refining her sound, collaborating with respected artists, and crafting music that carries emotional weight.
This collaboration underscores the value of partnership in music. It also signals a generational passing of the torch: established names supporting new voices to ensure Kenya’s music industry continues to flourish.
Bridget Blue’s nomination is a victory not just for her but also for Kenya’s broader music ecosystem.
It highlights the diversity of Kenyan sound — a reminder that the country produces more than just gengetone, Afro-pop, or hip hop. RnB and soul, often overlooked, now have continental representation through her work.
For younger female artists in particular, Bridget’s recognition serves as inspiration. It proves that East Africa’s soulful voices can compete against continental heavyweights and still command space at platforms like AFRIMA.
AFRIMA’s platform is known for elevating careers, often leading to international collaborations, festival bookings, and wider media attention. Bridget Blue’s nomination positions her for all these opportunities.