- Davido, discussed the significant impact of meeting Chris Brown in 2018.
- He shared his experience during an appearance on the Bagfuel Brigade podcast.
- The encounter with the American R&B artist transformed Davido’s career.
Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has opened up about how meeting American R&B sensation Chris Brown in 2018 transformed his career. In a recent appearance on the Bagfuel Brigade podcast, Davido shared the story of his first encounter with the global music icon and revealed the lasting impact it had on him both personally and professionally.
Davido, known for his smash hit “Blow My Mind” featuring Chris Brown, recalled how the meeting marked a significant turning point in his musical journey. According to the Afrobeats artist, meeting Breezy was a game-changer that led to new opportunities and growth in his career. He explained that their connection wasn’t just about making music together, but also about the influence and inspiration that Chris Brown brought into his life.
Before their meeting, Davido had already been making waves in the Nigerian music scene, but he credits his collaboration with Chris Brown for broadening his horizons and solidifying his place in the international music industry. The partnership with a global superstar like Chris Brown not only opened doors to new audiences but also gave him valuable insights into the industry from someone with years of experience at the top.
Throughout the podcast, Davido expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to work with Chris Brown and for the role that their friendship has played in his success. He emphasized how the experience shaped his approach to music and helped him expand his vision for the future. For Davido, meeting Chris Brown was not just a career milestone but also a defining moment that fueled his drive to reach greater heights in his musical endeavors.
He said, “Meeting Chris Brown changed my life. I met him in 2018. He had a Nigerian friend, one of his best friends.
“The friend called me one day on Facetime and my song was playing at the background, I asked where he was and he said he was at Chris Brown’s house. I was like, ‘What? Y’all playing my music?’ And he showed me Chris dancing to my song.
“He gave Chris Brown the phone, that was the first time we had conversation. A few months later, I went to America and linked up with Chris. From the first time we met, we just naturally became friends.”
