On April 20, 2026, Davido hosted a special Apple Music Radio takeover in Los Angeles alongside his inner circle—including Asa Asika, Tycoone, Sharon Adeleke, Spesh, Lati, DJ Ecool, Banko, and Dayo. Together, the group engaged in a deep-dive discussion regarding Davido’s production background and his evolution into a global icon.
During the session, Davido spoke in detail about his track “Back When”, revealing that he produced the beat himself from start to finish. He explained that his first love was production and that he taught himself the craft on YouTube while in college, noting that the song began as a demo for someone else before he decided to keep it.
The conversation also touched on his biggest songs, with members of his team debating whether “Dami Duro” remains one of his most impactful records. Davido emphasized how digital streaming has redefined stardom since his debut, offering a sharp contrast to the industry landscape he entered 15 years ago. In his words: “It depends on what you’re measuring as big… see how we have all the DSPs now back at home; if we had that back then, it would have been crazy.”
This milestone is further cemented by his official Apple Music station, which describes the superstar as “The King of Afrobeats celebrates 15 years of music.” The permanent artist station curates his full catalogue and honours the anniversary of a career that continues to shape Afrobeats on the global stage.
The session comes on the heels of Davido’s recent activities in the United States, including his historic Coachella performance earlier this month where he delivered a 45-minute set as the only Nigerian or Afrobeats artist on the lineup.
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The King of Afrobeats celebrates 15 years of music (Apple music Radio Station)
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