Afrobeats megastar Davido in a new interview with Billboard has reflected on his journey into music.
In the behind-the-scenes video “Davido Welcomes All to His World of Music Honda Stage x Billboard” posted by Billboard, Davido discussed how he got into music and how Afrobeats has now reached the world’s ears.
According to the hitmaker, his first interest in music stemmed from the parties his mother used to host.
“My mom used to throw a lot of parties when I was young and from there, it can of like form into me loving music,” Davido said.
Davido began his career as a producer before switching to singing. And, despite his initial reluctance to become an artist, his debut single propelled him to fame.
“In my head at that time I never think I would be in the forefront, be an artist. One day one of my cousins decided to release one my songs as me and when I move back to Nigeria I just took it on full time”.
Davido also shares his love for collaborations and how he loves to bring artists into his world.
” My first single was a collaboration so I love collaborating, especially like bringing them to my world,” Davido said referring to his first single ‘Back When’ featuring Naeto C which he also produced.
In the interview, Davido discusses his previously teased single ‘Flex My Soul’. He hinted at a female guest appearance on the track, which appears to be set for a performance on the Billboard Honda Stage.
Davido previously announced ‘Flex My Soul’ for 2023, ahead of the release of his record-breaking fourth album, ‘Timeless’.
Davido also discussed the global rise of Afrobeats, stating that while access has increased, the vibe and music have always existed.
