Khalid is about to be honoured with the BMI Champion Award.
The ‘Younger, Dumb and Broke’ hitmaker – whose music has been streamed greater than 30 million instances globally – has been introduced because the recipient of the celebrated accolade on the upcoming BMI Pop Awards, which happen on Might 9 on the Beverly Wilshire Lodge in California.
The 25-year-old songwriter is being recognised for his “distinctive artistry and philanthropic efforts which have touched the lives of many.”
BMI’s Vice President Worldwide Inventive Barbara Cane commented: “Khalid exemplifies the true spirit of a Champion as one who believes, one who does and one who generously provides again.
“Along with recognising him for his many artistic accomplishments, we’re honouring Khalid for his dedication to charitable causes, group, training, and his dedication to supporting the following era of songwriters and music makers. We’re trying ahead to celebrating our BMI household of award-winning songwriters and publishers with a implausible night time of music.”
The music star – whose full identify is Khalid Donnel Robinson – has additionally given again by way of The Nice Khalid Basis, which he launched in 2020 to “bridge training, innovation and music.”
Earlier recipients of the Champion Award embody Mark Ronson and Keith City.
The personal ceremony may even see the awards for Pop Music of the 12 months, Songwriter of the 12 months, Writer of the 12 months, and BMI’s prime 50 most-performed pop songs within the U.S. of the earlier 12 months handed out.
