
How else can you tell who is really the best DJ? This is what I call an even playing field. It’s unheard of to share a beat in rap, whereas it’s the norm to perform on the same riddim in Dancehall Reggae. The system is a bit different than hip-hop. If you aren’t familiar with Caribbean dancehall culture, “riddims” is another word for rhythm or beat. It still remains the Jamaican staple for the best “riddims.” You probably heard this phrase if you went to the club in 2003.
Check Out The Lively New Song From Demola and Davido. Davido and Fiancé, Chioma, Welcome New Baby Boy - OkayAfrica ›. The 13 Songs You Need to Hear This Week - OkayAfrica ›. Interview: Davido on Taking African Music Global - OkayAfrica ›. New Davido Song 'Risky' Featuring Dancehall Star Popcaan. With the release of his long-awaited fourth studio album, Timeless, a record that inserts him back into the conversation after a brief hiatus, we delved into Davido's expansive collection of hits and underrated gems to bring you a list of his most essential songs. From record-breaking singles and albums to his intrinsic ability to turn every collaboration into a "Davido song,” the singer is one of Afrobeats’ most decorated artists and is capable of creating music that seamlessly transcends into anthem status. Since his remarkable arrival on the scene with the Naeto C-assisted "Back When" and the ballsy follow-up "Dami Duro," Davido has remained a consistent figure on the ever-evolving Afrobeats scene.
It does not matter whether fans can relate to his exaggerated, often cheeky lyrics or not with Davido, there's always a good time to be had.
With a signature sound that basks in the simple joys of navigating life as a Nigerian, his decade-long career has been marked by songs that provide respite in the face of harsh realities. Very few musical acts have been able to succinctly capture the musical zeitgeist of the 2010s (and the eras after) like Davido.