Nigerian superstar Davido, born David Adeleke, recently opened up about his current relationship with his fellow Afrobeats stars, Wizkid and Burna Boy.
The “Fem” hitmaker reflected on how his personal relationship with the two music icons has changed over time, explaining that although they once had a close connection, they no longer share the same bond.
He revealed this during an appearance on The Breakfast Club, where he acknowledged the evolution of the Afrobeats genre and the rising recognition of younger artists within the scene. “I don’t have a personal relationship with them [Wizkid and Burna Boy]. I did at some point in time…” Davido shared, shedding light on the shifting dynamics between him and his peers in the industry.
The conversation soon shifted to the broader scope of the Afrobeats movement, which Davido believes has expanded far beyond the idea of him, Wizkid, and Burna Boy being the “Big 3” of the genre. He pointed out that newer artists like Rema and Ayra Starr are now achieving international recognition, contributing to the growing influence of Afrobeats on the global stage
. “The conversation is bigger than the ‘Big 3’ right now; there’s Rema, there’s Ayra Starr and other artists,” Davido remarked, highlighting the increasing diversity of talent shaping the genre’s future.
He emphasized that the three of them—himself, Wizkid, and Burna Boy—now understand that Afrobeats is no longer just about them but a larger movement that includes a new generation of artists.
Despite the changes in his relationships with his colleagues, Davido made it clear that his support for the genre and his fellow artists remains strong. The conversation then took a personal turn when Davido addressed his relationship with Tiwa Savage, one of the leading female figures in Afrobeats.
He spoke fondly of Tiwa, referring to her as “my sister for life” and expressing his deep affection for her and her child. “I love her and her child, we are family,” Davido said, emphasizing that their disagreements are nothing more than typical sibling rivalry. He reassured everyone that despite any past tensions, he would always stand by Tiwa, calling their disputes mere “brother and sister’s fight.”
Davido further reinforced his commitment to protecting Tiwa, showing his unwavering loyalty. “I will never allow anything to happen to her,” he declared, signaling that their bond remains unbreakable regardless of any public feuds.
This statement echoed the sentiments he previously shared about the broader Afrobeats community: that the journey and growth of the genre are much larger than individual conflicts or personal relationships. In his eyes, the future of Afrobeats is about unity, progress, and the collective success of all the artists involved.
