David Adedeji Adeleke a.k.a Davido

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Davido, whose real name is David Adedeji Adeleke, is a Nigerian-American singer, songwriter, and record producer. He was born on November 21, 1992, in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, but later moved to Lagos, Nigeria, where he grew up. Davido is one of the most successful and influential artists in the Nigerian and African music industry.

He rose to fame in 2011 with his debut single "Back When," featuring Nigerian rapper Naeto C. Davido's music is a fusion of Afrobeat, Afropop, and contemporary R&B, and he is known for his catchy melodies and energetic performances.

Davido's debut studio album, titled "Omo Baba Olowo" (abbreviated as OBO) was released in 2012 and included hit singles like "Dami Duro" and "Ekuro." The album's success established him as one of the leading artists in the Nigerian music scene.

He followed up with several successful albums, including "Son of Mercy" (2016) and "A Good Time" (2019). The latter album gained international recognition and featured collaborations with global artists like Chris Brown, Summer Walker, and Popcaan. The album's lead single, "Fall," became one of Davido's biggest hits and received widespread acclaim.