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Davido
Taking Afrobeats worldwide with songs including Fall and If.
If · Fall
- Born
- 21 November 1992
- Birthplace
- Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Davido
Nigerian-American singer and producer whose melodic pop draws on Nigerian rhythms and international collaborations.
Early life
Between countries
Born in Atlanta and raised in Lagos in a family involved in business and education.
Making beats
Began producing music while studying at Oakwood University before returning to Nigeria.
Career
- 2011–2012
Nigerian breakthrough
Built a following through early singles and his debut album.
- 2016–2019
Label and global reach
Founded Davido Music Worldwide and developed an international recording career.
- 2020s
Albums and touring
Released further albums and toured major international venues.
Selected work
If
A romantic Afrobeats single that expanded his audience.
Fall
A crossover hit that became a lasting part of his live repertoire.
Timeless
An album blending Afrobeats with amapiano and international guests.
Beyond work
University degree
Completed a music degree at Babcock University in 2015.
Giving
Has directed fundraising and donations toward Nigerian orphanages and charitable causes.
Sources & photo credit
Biography and references ↗Biography and contributions ↗Photo: OLAMIPOSI DANIEL. CC BY-SA 4.0 · Original image. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.
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