This list attempts to highlight 10 songs that capture different critical points in Davido’s artistic evolution.
These songs capture her rise from relative obscurity to stardom and the bumps on her road to megastar status.
1. ‘Come back when’ achievement Naeto C. (2011)
In 2011, Davido selected superstar rapper Naeto C for his debut song. The song he co-produced introduced him to listeners and gave him the confidence to aim for the top.
Davido is one of the few artists to have made the journey from his debut single to stardom. His second release ‘Lady Hard’ it became an instant hit that catapulted him to the top of the industry and positioned him for superstar status.
After garnering listeners’ attention with a string of hit releases, Davido achieved superstar status with ‘Aye’. The single was released after her debut album and cemented her position as a superstar.
After winning the hearts of listeners across Africa, Davido signed to an international label and went in search of worldwide fame. His international adventure did not go well and ‘Skelewu’ Rests is a song that captures that point in his career.
Davido returned from his international sojourn to find a changed soundscape and new dominant forces manifesting in its place. And it is one of these Tekno forces who wrote and produced for him his great success ‘IF’ with which he reaffirmed his dominance.
Davido enjoyed an incredible 2017 and produced four straight hits despite the big wave of Shaku Shaku that dominated the year. ‘Fall’ stands out for being the second in his streak of success and for his international success.
7. “Blow My Mind” achievement chris Brown (2019)
Davido delivered his best and most successful international collaboration with “Blow My Mind”. The single brought her much-needed success as she prepared for the release of her second album.
Davido delivered the biggest street hit of the year which also became an unofficial anthem for the historic ENDSARS protest in October 2020.
‘EMF’ it came at a critical time when his mettle was being tested by a fellow heavyweight and when he was ready to release his third album. The single served as a stinging applause and strong build-up to his album.
9. ‘Champion sound’ achievement focalist (2021)
Davido marked his tenth year in the game with a hit by Amapiano that reaffirmed his position as the biggest hitter on the continent and one that still has the most to offer.
10 ‘Keep firm’ (2022)
For his latest single, Davido went from being a hitmaker while delivering an inspirational single that showcased a different side of his talent.
‘Keep firm’ artistically launched Davido into a new era. One in which he intends to show off more of his skills as he dominates the scene.
