David Adedeji Adeleke (born 1992), known as Davido, is one of Nigeria's most successful musicians. The son of a billionaire, Davido chose music over business, releasing his debut single "Back When" in 2011. Hits like "Fall," "If," and "FEM" have garnered billions of streams. His albums "Omo Baba Olowo" and "A Good Time" dominated African charts. Davido has won numerous awards including BET, MTV, and MOBO. He's collaborated with Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, and other global stars. Beyond music, Davido is known for his philanthropy and support for young artists. His 30 Billion Gang movement celebrates African success and youth empowerment.


GLOBAL AFROBEATS HITMAKER:
Davido (David Adedeji Adeleke) burst onto the scene with Dami Duro (2011), ushering in a high-energy sound that merged Afro-pop with American hip-hop influences. Albums Omo Baba Olowo, A Good Time, A Better Time, and Timeless contain multiple anthems that dominate DJ sets worldwide.

CHART DOMINANCE:
Fall became the longest-charting Nigerian pop song in Billboard history, while If, Fia, and Risky cemented his status as a hit architect. Timeless (2023) delivered Grammy-nominated tracks Feel, Unavailable, and Na Money, and saw Davido sell out arenas from London’s O2 to Washington DC’s Capital One Arena.

EMPOWERING OTHERS:
Through Davido Music Worldwide (DMW), he nurtured stars such as Mayorkun, Peruzzi, Dremo, Liya, and Logos Olori, providing mentorship, marketing muscle, and songwriting camps. His 2021 birthday challenge redirected ₦250 million in donations to orphanages nationwide, exemplifying generosity and transparency.

CULTURAL CONNECTOR:
Raised between Lagos and Atlanta, Davido bridges diaspora sensibilities, collaborating with Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, Focalistic, and Angelique Kidjo. He champions youth participation in politics, performed at the 2022 FIFA World Cup draw, and uses social media reach to mobilise relief for disaster-hit communities.

FAST FACTS:
- Born 21 November 1992 in Atlanta, Georgia; raised in Lagos, Nigeria.
- Education: Oakwood University (Business Administration, partial), Babcock University (Music, 2015).
- Awards: BET Best International Act (2018), MTV Europe Music Award, multiple Headies.
- Signature slogan: “We rise by lifting others.”