I built my music career without the help of a godfather or backing from the industry

Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, better known as Davido has shared his thoughts on his music career achievements after hitting 11 million monthly listeners on Spotify for the first time following the release of his fifth studio album, 5ive.

According to Davido, his success came purely from God's grace, hard work, and the love of his loyal fans, not from co-signs or endorsements from music gatekeepers. He wrote on social media, "No co-sign, built from the ground up! Just God, good music and the best fans! ! Appreciate you guys fr [for real]! Who wan even CO-SIGN big man like me ?? Hmmm another angle sha :five:"

Davido's latest album, 5ive, released on April 18, 2025, has been a chart-topping success. The 17-track project has pulled in millions of streams and sits comfortably at the top of Afrobeats rankings across platforms.

With multiple hits and sold-out international shows, Davido has become one of Nigeria's biggest music exports, showing that talent, determination, and fan support can push an artiste to global fame even without a powerful industry network behind them.

 

 

Despite coming from a wealthy background, the singer has often faced criticism that his success was influenced by privilege.

However, his latest statement seems to challenge that narrative, highlighting his hard work and consistency over the years.

Known for hits like "Fall," "If," and "Unavailable," the OBO crooner has cemented his place as one of Africa's biggest music exports. The 5ive album has been well-received, contributing significantly to his surge in listenership. This latest feat on Spotify further underscores Davido's staying power and influence in the music industry, not just in Nigeria but across the globe.

As fans continue to stream his new album, the singer's message serves as both inspiration and a reminder of what dedication, talent, and faith can achieve without needing a godfather.

 

 

 

Written By: DJ RAYA