Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has revealed that a classic highlife song by veteran musician Bright Chimezie played a key role in shaping his recent music.
The hitmaker disclosed that his collaboration with Omah Lay, titled ‘With You,’ was inspired by Chimezie’s decades-old track ‘Because of English.’
During a recent video call, Davido expressed admiration for the legendary singer and promised to visit Lagos to meet him in person. This gesture highlights Davido’s respect for the pioneers of Nigerian music and his willingness to honor their influence on his work.
Social media fans responded enthusiastically to the news, celebrating the connection between contemporary Afrobeats and traditional highlife sounds. Many applauded Davido for acknowledging the roots of Nigerian music and showing appreciation to a respected veteran.
The revelation shines a light on the ongoing dialogue between generations in Nigeria’s music scene, where modern stars like Davido continue to draw inspiration from foundational artists such as Bright Chimezie.
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“I Got inspiration from your song “Because of English”
Davido praises veteran high life musician Bright Chimezie for inspiring “With You” ft Omah Lay pic.twitter.com/mMZ4mVA8c8
— HYPETRIBE (@hypetribeng) May 14, 2025
Source: NewsandVibes.com
