King of Afrobeat Davido has revealed all the artists he enjoys collaborating with during an interview.
Collaborations between artists creates a dynamic and diverse sound. Throughout his musical journey, He has collaborated with a variety of artists spanning across continents. From South Africa’s Mafikizolo to American rapper Meek Mill; Davido has done it all. After his successful Timeless concert at Madison Square Garden Davido and the announcement of his new music label, Nine+ Records, Davido named all the artists he enjoys collaborating with.
He said this during an interview with Mike Novogratz, David Barry, and Mel Carter from Business Untitled. When asked about his favorite collaborations he named Kizz Daniel, Chris Breezy, and Zlatan. He said, “I love working with Chris Brown, Kizz Daniel, and Zlatan”.
“I love working with Chris Brown, Kizz Daniel and Zlatan. I am big me”
– Davido pic.twitter.com/vxwF5q5TFD
— OLAMIDE 🌸💖 (@Olamide0fficial) April 25, 2024
Here is everything you need to know about Davido’s favorite artist collaborations
- Chris Brown
Davido and Chris Brown share a bond that resonates like brothers from different mothers. OBO has often referred to him as his brother. Chris brown ventured into African collaborations long before Afrobeat took over the global stage (Shabba, Monalisa, African Bad Gyal).
Throughout the highs and lows, he’s been a constant presence alongside OBO. Fans on social media have dubbed him as an Afrobeat artist. In his own words he “loves and adores him”. In his BET Interview, the King of Afrobeats revealed that both artists have more than 20 unreleased songs together. Shopping Spree, Sensational, Blow My Mind, Lower Your Body, Nobody Has to Know, and Hmmm are but a few of their collaborations.
- Kizz Daniel
The musical chemistry between Davido and Kizz Daniel is nothing short of astounding, a rare synergy that produces hits effortlessly. Fans often marvel at Kizz Daniel’s consistency in delivering chart-topping hits. From Buga to Showa and Twe Twe have all become commercially successful. Davido teased fans with the possibility of a joint EP with Kizz Daniel. He wrote, “After my next album, I think a Davido x @KizzDaniel EP will be dope!”. Reposting his tweet, Kizz Daniel wrote, “Afro-Civil”. Recently Ruger and BNXN did the same with the release of their joint EP, RnB.
Davido and Kizz Daniel have previously collaborated on Woju remix, Like, One Ticket, and most recently, Twe Twe remix.
- Zlatan
Davido and Zlatan have collaborated on Money, Sweet in the Middle (featuring Naira Marley and Wurld), Cho Cho, and Osanle. Zlatan has always been vocal about how Davido and Afrobeat legend Olamide supported him at the start of his career. He recounted that they went as far as not charging him for verses and paying for studio sessions.
