Davido - David Adedeji Adeleke
- Name: David Adedeji Adeleke
- Also known as: Davido
- Birth date: November 21, 1992
- Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
- Occupations: Singer, Songwriter
- Genres: Afrobeats, Afropop, Amapiano
- Net worth: $10 million
Who is Davido?
Davido is one of the most popular Afrobeats artistes globally, known as an American-born Nigerian singer, songwriter, record producer, and label owner.
He has received several awards for his music, which blends African rhythms, pop, and hip-hop influences.
Beyond music, he is widely regarded as a cultural ambassador for Nigeria and an advocate for human rights across Africa.
Early life and Education
Davido was born on November 21, 1992, in Atlanta, Georgia, to billionaire businessman Adedeji Adeleke and the late Veronica Adeleke.
He was raised in Lagos, Nigeria, where he attended the British International School before relocating to the United States to study Business Administration at Oakwood University in Alabama, though he later dropped out to fully pursue music.
Music career
- 2011: Davido rises to fame with the release of his debut single "Back When," featuring Naeto C. He follows it up with the chart-topping hit "Dami Duro," gaining popularity across Nigeria and Africa.
- 2012: Davido releases his debut studio album "Omo Baba Olowo (OBO)" and wins the Next Rated award at The Headies.
- He has collaborated with renowned artists like Diamond Platnumz, Tiwa Savage, Olamide, Meek Mill, and Wale during this period.
- 2016: Davido signs a record deal with Sony Music and establishes his own label, Davido Music Worldwide (DMW).
- 2017: Davido re-negotiates his contract with Sony Music, leading to the release of two major hits: "If" and "Fall."
- 2019: He releases his second studio album "A Good Time" featuring Chris Brown and "Risky" featuring Popcaan, receiving critical acclaim and commercial success.
- 2020: Despite challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the End SARS protests, Davido drops his third studio album "A Better Time", praised for its diversity and positive message. The album includes guest appearances from Nicki Minaj, Nas, Young Thug, Lil Baby, Mayorkun, and others.
- 2023: Davido continues his winning streak with his fourth studio album "Timeless". The album features collaborations with top artists like Burna Boy, Wizkid, Beyoncé, and Drake, earning accolades as a masterpiece and a significant milestone in the history of Afrobeats music.
- 2025: Davido releases With You, which became a staple of Ghanaian radio and nightlife almost immediately upon release, topping digital streaming charts for several consecutive weeks.
Personal life
Davido is married to Chioma Rowland and has four baby mamas.
He has four children: two sons and two daughters.
On October 31, 2022, Davido's oldest son, David Ifeanyi Adeleke Jr, tragically drowned in the swimming pool at their Banana Island residence.
Davido's wealth
He earns income through multiple streams, including music sales, streaming royalties, endorsement deals, live shows, and business investments.
Davido has partnered with major brands such as MTN, Pepsi, Infinix, AXE, Travelbeta, and Hennessy over the course of his career.
He also owns luxury assets, including a mansion in Lekki, another property in Atlanta, Georgia, and high-end cars such as a Rolls-Royce Cullinan, Lamborghini Urus, Bentley Bentayga, and Range Rover.
5 best Davido songs
- Fall, 2017
- If, 2017
- FEM, 2020
- Jowo, 2020
- Assurance, 2018
