American-born Nigerian superstar, David Adeleke, has disclosed the origin of his professional moniker, ‘Davido.’
The chart-topping artist, renowned for his hit songs, shared that his billionaire father, Mr. Adeleke, bestowed upon him the stage name during a recent interview with Business Untitled.
The ‘Unavailable’ hitmaker recounted that despite his father’s initial reservations about his musical ambitions, his dad always harbored hopes for his success.
Highlighting his entry into the music scene at the age of 17, he noted that being the first entertainer in his family posed challenges in gaining his father’s acceptance initially.
Describing Mr. Adeleke as a supportive parent, Davido revealed how his father actively participates in selecting his music albums.
He said that his dad gave him his name ‘Davido’ after watching one of his shows on television.
According to the 32-year-old singer, his father only wanted him to complete education which he eventually did.
It can be recalled that Davido paused his music career in 2011 and decided to honor his father’s wishes by enrolling at Babcock University.
In his words, “I don’t think my dad is tough. I blew up when I was 17. Imagine a 17 year old child and you could not reach him, my dad is the sole parent”.
“Like I told you I’m the first generation entertainer. I don’t think he did not want me to do music, he just want me to be successful”.
“So when I moved back to Nigeria, he did not know. Then he heard my voice on the radio, shouting Davido and he gave me that name. My dad gave me Davido….. He just want me to go to school which I eventually did”.
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