- Davido noted that the global achievements of genres like Afrobeats, along with Africa’s culture, have earned respect for Africans in the Western world.
- He stated this in a recent interview with Kiss Fresh UK
Nigerian singer Davido recently shared his observations on the evolving image of Africa, highlighting the continent’s cultural renaissance and its impact on global respect.
He noted that Afrobeats, African foods, and overall culture have gained recognition and admiration worldwide.
In an interview with Kiss Fresh UK, Davido discussed his experiences in Europe, where he witnessed a significant shift in the reception of Afrobeats.
He mentioned that two years ago, European audiences were already embracing Afrobeats, playing it for hours on end. This enthusiasm has only grown, with American artists now seeking to collaborate on Afrobeats tracks.
Davido emphasized that this newfound appreciation extends beyond music to fashion and food, indicating a broader cultural shift.
He celebrated the change in narrative, acknowledging that Africans are now receiving the respect they deserve.
In his words:
“This summer, I was in Europe a lot. I had like two gigs, but I was on vacation. And I saw that the landscape has changed. Two years ago, when I was in Europe, they were playing Afrobeats for straight one hour.
“I mean, people love Afrobeats. Everybody likes that sound now, even in America. Even when we want to collaborate with American artists and we want to do their own sound, they are like, no, no, let’s do Afrobeats.
“Now, the narrative [about Africans] has changed. The respect is there. Not only in music but in fashion, food.”
In another story, Davido’s response to Jarvis request to spend a day with Chioma sparks mixed reactions
Social media influencers Hamzat Habeeb Adelaja (Peller) and Elizabeth Aminata Amadu (Jadrolita or Jarvis) had a good time with music icon, Davido as they went live on TikTok.
The excitement was palpable as Davido, known for his generosity, asked the duo to make a request.
Jarvis seized the opportunity, asking for a chance to spend a day or half a day with Davido’s wife, Chioma. Davido agreed to discuss it with Chioma, sending Jarvis into raptures.
Peller, though thrilled by Davido’s surprise appearance, humorously noted that his request was overlooked.
The lighthearted exchange captured the hearts of netizens, who flooded the comments section with reactions. A few others also had different things to say.