David Adedeji Adeleke, widely known as Davido, is a Nigerian-American singer, songwriter, and record producer. Born on November 21, 1992, in Atlanta, Georgia, and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, Davido is one of the most influential and successful Afrobeats artists globally.
1. Full Name and Birthdate: Davido’s full name is David Adedeji Adeleke, and he was born on November 21, 1992, in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
2. Dual Citizenship: He holds both Nigerian and American citizenship.
3. Wealthy Background: Davido is the son of Adedeji Adeleke, a billionaire businessman and founder of Adeleke University, and his late mother, Veronica Adeleke, was a university lecturer.
4. Education: He attended Oakwood University in Alabama to study Business Administration but later transferred to Babcock University in Nigeria, where he graduated with a degree in Music in 2015.
5. Musical Debut: Davido burst onto the music scene in 2011 with his hit single “Dami Duro,” which gained massive popularity across Africa.
6. Stage Name Meaning: The name Davido is a combination of his first name, David, and his energetic stage persona.
7. Global Collaborations: He has collaborated with international artists such as Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, Young Thug, Nas, Summer Walker, and Focalistic.
8. Record Label Founder: He founded DMW (Davido Music Worldwide) in 2016, signing stars like Mayorkun, Peruzzi, and Dremo.
9. Record-breaking Album: His 2023 album, “Timeless,” broke streaming records on platforms like Spotify and Audiomack shortly after its release.
10. Philanthropy: Davido is known for his generosity. He once donated 250 million Naira to orphanages across Nigeria after fans sent him over 200 million Naira during a birthday fundraiser.
11. Awards: He has won numerous awards, including BET Awards (Best International Act), MTV Africa Music Awards, and several Headies Awards.
12. Social Media Presence: Davido is one of the most-followed African artists on Instagram, with over 30 million followers.
13. O2 Arena Headliner: He sold out London’s O2 Arena in 2019, a feat achieved by only a few African artists.
14. Family: Davido is a proud father of four children. He married his longtime partner, Chioma Avril Rowland, in 2023.
15. Influence: Davido is regarded as one of the pioneers of the global Afrobeats movement, helping African music gain international recognition.
