Davido opens up on his biggest fear - not knowing when to quit music
Afrobeats superstar Davido has revealed that his greatest fear is not knowing when to walk away from music. In a recent interview, the multi-award-winning artist touched on the challenges of navigating life after superstardom and the pressure that comes with fame.
Comparing fame to football icon Cristiano Ronaldo
Davido expressed surprise at the level of insult and criticism that football icon Cristiano Ronaldo faced after Portugal crashed out of the 2026 World Cup. He noted that despite all the incredible feats and trophies Ronaldo has won, some people still feel it is not enough.
"When he (Ronaldo) left the World Cup, I remembered being on the internet, and they were abusing him so much. After everything he has done," Davido said.
Therapy centre for former celebrities
Davido shared that if he had the option to set up any business, it would be a wellness centre where previously famous people could navigate the difficulty of going from being famous to no longer being as widely celebrated.
"If there's one thing I could build, it would be a centre for people who have been popular and very successful before, for them to have therapy because being on top of the world and the next moment you're not is very difficult," he said.
Praying for the right time to step back
The Nigerian star, who is one of the greatest musicians from the continent, shared that his greatest fear is knowing when to walk away from music.
"That's my greatest fear. I work too hard for me to come and spoil it with something, so I always ask God to please tell me the right time," he said. "My biggest fear is not knowing when to walk away from music. Just look at my good friend Ronaldo, after everything he has accomplished in football, people still laughed at him during the World Cup. I pray to God every day to help me recognize the right time to step back."
Pressure of fame on celebrities
Davido's sentiments on navigating the pressure that comes with fame, especially life after fame, are a common concern among celebrities. Many celebrities, even in Nigeria, have shared the pressure of keeping up appearances and the lifestyle expected by fans. The heavy criticism and constant demands from fans who appear to see even monumental feats as momentary success further fuel the pressure on celebrities and take a toll on their mental and emotional health.
In his 15-year-long career, Davido has risen to become one of Africa's most defining pop stars of the century while enduring difficult moments.
Upcoming album 'ORIADE'
Davido is set to add another chapter to his illustrious career with the upcoming release of his sixth album, 'ORIADE', which will be out on July 31, 2026. According to him, the album will focus on exploring more Nigerian and African sounds.
