VIDEO: Afrobeats more lucrative now, but artistes are no longer united — Davido

Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has expressed concern over the fractured relationship among musicians in the industry, claiming that while the genre is now more lucrative, unity among artistes has diminished. In a recent episode of the Uncut Podcast, Davido reminisced about the period between 2012 and 2013, when the industry was characterized by collaboration and mutual support.

During that time, he said, "we all go out, we see ourselves, we all used to hang out." However, Davido lamented that the growing success and wealth of Afrobeats artistes have led to a decline in this camaraderie, with many now operating independently. He recalled a specific instance from 2011 when several artists were present in the studio while recording his hit song "Dami Duro," including Wande Coal, Shank, and Bigiano.

"When I recorded 'Dami Duro', in the studio was Wande Coal, Shank, Bigiano. They were artists there. We was always in together," he said. The singer noted that the atmosphere surrounding his early recordings has largely disappeared, and artistes now prefer to work alone.