Davido Reflects on His Journey to Becoming the ‘King of Afrobeats’

Nigeria’s music sensation, Davido, has shared his remarkable journey in the limelight with ABC News, shedding light on why he’s hailed the ‘King of Afrobeats’ in Nigeria.

During the conversation, Davido emphasized his influence on the global music scene, attributing his success to patience, hard work, and a deep connection with African culture.

In the interview, Davido expressed his pride in the way Afrobeats has transformed the music landscape worldwide. He revealed that his musical journey was shaped by both Nigerian legends like 2face, Psquare, and D’banj, and American hip-hop icons such as 50 Cent, Ja Rule, Nelly, and Ludacris.

Davido highlighted his decision to return to Nigeria during his college years, where he embraced Afrobeats and contributed significantly to its rise. He emphasized the need to protect and cherish the rich African culture that has become a global phenomenon.

In his Instagram post, Davido shared his excitement about Afrobeats’ global impact and called for the preservation of this musical legacy for future generations.

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GWG.ng reports that the interview with ABC came in the wake of the euphoria that has trailed the Davido family after his wife, Chioma gave birth to twins. The twins came a year after Ifeanyi, their son died when he fell into a swimming pool in their Lagos home.
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