Nigerian Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has ignited a heated online debate after stating his strong opposition to the use of artificial intelligence in music, while simultaneously confessing to using ChatGPT, a popular AI tool. The comments came during an appearance on News Central's programme on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
Davido's Stance on AI in Music
During the interview, which focused on Afrobeats' global recognition, Davido expressed his disdain for AI-generated music. He argued that artificial intelligence strips creativity of its joy and poses a real threat to livelihoods in the music industry. According to Davido, hearing AI-generated songs unsettles him because of what it could mean for working artists and producers.
"I would never use AI. I do not even like it at all. Like it takes away the fun of everything. Even sometimes when I hear some AI songs, I'm like how did the computer even... like people about start losing their jobs. Art should not be touched with or tampered with," he said.
Admission of Using ChatGPT Sparks Contradiction
However, Davido quickly acknowledged a contradiction in his position, adding with a laugh: "I do use ChatGPT though. Yeah, we all guilty." The candid admission drew immediate attention online, with many viewers pointing out that ChatGPT is itself a product of artificial intelligence.
The clip spread quickly on X, generating a wave of responses ranging from amused to genuinely supportive. Some fans defended Davido, arguing that his stance was specifically against using AI in his craft, not in daily life.
@youngalike wrote: "He is saying he can't use AI in his craft (Music) not that he doesn't use AI in his daily life. How hard is it for you guys commenting to understand"
@shuaib_WB commented: "So ChatGPT no be AI, my David watin dey xup lately. Make wandecoal no see this part."
@IkandeJr said: "The mumu go just dey talk until him go off and still him no go close mouth"
@Richview22 joked: "Me too, I don't like AI. I only use ChatGPT, Gemini, and Grok ?"
@OgonnayaAg69555 shared: "Lowkey this Dudu day talk the truth sometimes ai go just kill the vibes"
@emmakudos noted: "Man is timid and very much afraid that AI will be replacing him and it's normal. Even the biggest of companies in the worlds are afraid of what AI would do to their business"
@HarrisonJo35544 added: "If Ai write songs for you eh, you go first craze Ai can never understand our rethems of music so make Ai rest abeg"
Impact and Related Developments
In related news, Legit.ng reported that Davido opened up about the phone calls he received from Aliko Dangote and Godswill Akpabio over his tweets. Additionally, Davido's wife, Chioma Adeleke, joined the Adeleke family in celebrating a major political win on Sunday, August 16, 2026. Chioma reshared a post from Governor Ademola Adeleke's official Instagram account on her Stories, which was a victory post after he won the Osun state governorship election, showing her support for the family's victory.
