Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has expressed that one of the most fulfilling aspects of his music career is knowing that his songs inspire confidence in people who struggle with self-worth and motivation. The singer shared this sentiment during an interview with a music platform, where he broke down the lyrics of his recent song, I Know Who I Be.
Davido's Message of Self-Belief
“I'm just happy that my music is bringing confidence to people who don't have the motivation,” Davido said. He explained that the song is a reminder that everyone has a unique life journey and should embrace it instead of trying to live someone else's story. “You can't live my story. You should be confident enough to live your story,” he added.
African Music's Unique Danceability
Davido also highlighted what he described as a defining quality of African music: songs from the continent remain danceable regardless of the subject matter. This characteristic, he noted, sets African music apart and contributes to its global appeal.
Full-Circle Moment in Music Video
Speaking about the music video for I Know Who I Be, Davido described it as a full-circle moment that reflects how far he and his team have come. “If you look at the video, the full-circle moment was my guys and me in black suits. Some of my friends and I used to sneak out to do music and perform at shows. Now everybody is proud of me. We are standing in the same place we used to hide in, and now we are shooting a whole music video,” he said.
Secretly Pursuing Music Against Father's Wishes
Davido has repeatedly spoken about secretly pursuing music despite his father initially opposing his career choice. Over the years, he has revealed how he would sneak out to record songs and perform before eventually winning his father's support as his success grew. This background adds depth to the narrative of his latest music video, which visually celebrates his journey from secrecy to acclaim.
