Davido directly addresses rivarly with Wizkid
In his latest interview, Davido has opened up about how his competitiveness with Wizkid has evolved over the years.
Nigerian music superstar Davido has opened up about how his long-standing competitive relationship with fellow Afrobeats icon Wizkid has changed over the years, saying his priorities are now centred on creating great music rather than fueling division.
Speaking in a recent interview with The FADER, the 33-year-old reflected on the evolution of Afrobeats and the healthy competition that once defined the genre’s biggest stars. While admitting that the competitive spirit still exists, Davido stressed that it no longer comes at the expense of unity.
“I’m 33 years old, I think [I’m] still competing. My head is just at making good music; whoever I make it with doesn’t matter to me. Division right now would make us weaker,” he said.
The comments come a decade after Davido previously spoke about the limited opportunities available for African artists on the global stage. According to the singer, the Afrobeats movement has grown significantly, creating room for multiple stars to thrive internationally rather than competing for a single spotlight.
Davido noted that a massive audience across Africa now backs the genre and has established its own festivals, award shows, and streaming presence, making collaboration and collective growth more important than rivalry.
For years, fans have debated the relationship between Davido and Wizkid, with comparisons and online fan wars becoming a defining feature of Afrobeats culture. However, Davido’s latest remarks suggest a more mature outlook, emphasising that unity among the genre’s leading artists will only strengthen Afrobeats’ global influence.
The singer is currently promoting his sixth studio album, Oriadé, released on July 31, where he explores themes of love, family, and legacy while collaborating with both established and emerging artists.
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