Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has reflected on his career journey while celebrating a major milestone—surpassing 11 million monthly listeners on Spotify for the first time.
The achievement comes on the heels of his fifth studio album, 5ive, which continues to attract widespread acclaim.
In a reflective message, Davido expressed pride in how far he has come, noting that his success was not fueled by industry endorsements or influential godfathers.
Unlike many of his peers who had early support from industry insiders, Davido emphasized that his rise was driven by perseverance, self-belief, and hard work.
Nonetheless, Davido was quick to attribute much of his success to divine grace and the unwavering support of his fans.
He wrote, “No co-sign, built from the ground up! Just God, good music and the best fans! I Appreciate you guys fr [for real]!
“Who wan even CO-SIGN big man like me ?? Hmmm another angle sha 5️⃣”
5ive, Davido’s April 18, 2025 release, includes 17 tracks and has become a runaway success, amassing millions of streams and sitting comfortably at the top of Afrobeats charts.
