In a short space of time, Davido has developed a huge fan base (14 to 28-year-olds) in Nigeria, the US and the UK and the young fresh talent’s first single “Back When” featuring Naeto C, is enjoying massive media attention and airplay online, on radio and TV. In his own words, his greatest reward so far is “having my family and friends support my dream. I can’t ask God for more”. Within no time Davido took us by storm when he released Dami Duro , which has been said to be one of Nigerians top hits ever made. Without a doubt, Dami Duro has become a leading club song as well as one of radios most played.
Without wasting much time, Davido and his management team, in collaboration with Clarence Peters, put together a first-class, never seen before type video, to back up the banger, Dami Duro. Not only did this video create major buzz around websites, TV stations and youtube, but was also said to be one of the best videos out of Nigeria. Without saying much, it is evident that Davido is one to watch out for in 2012! He is evidently here to stay, and deliver.
Davido had a very eventful Christmas (2011) season performing all over Nigeria. He had amazing performances at shows like the Kokoconcert, Rhythm Unplugged, Echo 2011, Access Bank End of year Party and the Sahara End of year concert
The Artiste
Davido admits that his love for entertaining people comes from his late mother who passed away in 2003. Losing his mother has been the most traumatic experience Davido has had to suffer but it has also been his inspiration as he states “...she’s the reason I do what I do.... she loved to entertain and I plan on carrying that legacy...”
With collaborations with artistes likeNaeto C, Shank, Lynxxx and popular UK artiste, Dotstar, Davido is set to prove to the music industry that he has what it takes to succeed. He has also shared stages with people like T-Pain, Fabulous, Keith Sweat, Cabo Snoop, D'Banj, Naeto C and more.
The Producer
As a versatile artiste, Davido is able to adapt to any beat produced by other producers. However, this is a craft he has succeeded in mastering and with help from his brother Ade, HKN Studios would be a force to reckon with in the Nigerian Music scene.
Often asked where his inspiration as a producer comes from, David explains “... I like it when people are happy and when they can dance to my music! My mom liked to dance to music and I am inspired when I think of the kind of beats that would make her dance”
His debut single “Back When” featuring Naeto C is a testament to Davido’s ability and skill as a producer. He has also produced music for ... Naeto C, Skales, Tiwa Savage and Sauce Kid. So, the next time you are dancing to a well made beat, pay attention because you might just hear “on the beat its Davido”... A signature that will be heard on chart-topping songs for a very long time!
The Student
Often considered playful and fun loving, Davido has shown that he is a focused individual and not allowing his music career get in the way of his education. Davido is currently studying Business Administrations in Babcock University and he is applying things he learns in school into running the business of his music career. Ensuring that a proper system and business tools are in place for his music career, Davido hasnot only built a recording studio for the HKN Records, he has also assembled a management and PR team to help him run his affairs while he focuses on his education. Music doesn’t take a back seat though... Davido runs on a very tight schedule to ensure that neither his music nor education suffers!
The Brand
Good talent is hard to go unnoticed. However, more profitable than good talent is a good brand. The Davido brand is increasing growing and commanding attention. The good quality of the debut single “Back When” featuring Naeto C, produced by Davido, is complimented by the quality of the video shot by Award Winning Video Director, Clarence Peters.
The “Back When” video has over 100,000 views on youtube and has had massive airplay on MTV, SoundCity, 1 Music Channel and all Terrestrial TV stations.
Davido is probably one of the busiestof the new artistes in Nigeria as he has performed in some of the biggest shows this year. These shows include
The Music Meets Runway Show
PSquare Invasion Concert
“This is Lynxxx” Campus Tour
Vivendi Fashion Show
Clan by Deola Sagoe
Loud on Sound Concert
Koko Concert London
Elite Model Look 2011 and many others
Rhythm Unplugged,
Echo 2011,
Access Bank End of year Party
The Sahara End of year concert.
With offers already coming his way for more appearances and performances, Davido’s fan base is set to go “off the roof”. Without a doubt, Davido will be vital to selling a few brands in the country.
As an artiste and a producer, Davido is focused on ensuring consistency in the quality of music he gives his fans that are increasing by the minute. Davido’s brand management team is looking forward to developing concepts and working with brands to establish mutually beneficial relationships.
Davido is managed by 21 year-old Asa Asika, who has worked with artists such as Sasha, Naeto C, YQ, GT The Guitarman, Ikechukwu, Pype and many more.
What’s Next?
Davido has been recording with artistes like Dotstar, Lynxxx, Sauce Kid, DJ Skales, Tiwa Savage, Mo’Cheddah, DJ Neptune, FlxeFit, Wizkid, Shank, and much more in preparation for his debut album, which is currently untitled. With the debut single entering countdown charts across the country, Davido is almost always set to release a follow up single to ensure that his fans always have something new to enjoy.
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Davido Lyrics
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Agogo ko ro agogo ko ma ro
Agogo ko ro agogo ko ma ro
Agogo ko ro agogo ko ma ro
All the way from Magodo
Now we 50 floors up in my condo
Wan ni mo ta like rodo
Emi omo olowo
Anywhere money dey me I go to
Owo ti wole e bami yin oluwa l'ogo
I know that your body wanna party now
You feeling the beat you wanna party now
E gbe ise yen wole we wanna party now
The DJ is ready to play back we party now yeah
Hennessy to your body, like dat
D'Usse to your body like dat
Scordy to your body, like dat
You no go kill somebody, like dat
Hennessy to your body, like dat
D'Usse to your body like dat
Scordy to your body, like dat
You no go kill somebody, like dat
Agogo ko ro agogo ko ma ro
Agogo ko ro agogo ko ma ro
Yeparipa gbagbe shibbi make you towo e bobe
Yayarinya gbagbe shibbi make you kowo wobe
Rolling the rolling the mulla ba mi rolling dollar
Hossana sussana sutana
Sister life is deeper
Deeper life is sister
No skuki in Brooklyn
Riding with the top down these guys are pussy
La vida loca Santa Monica
If any mother sucker am a piller to your diviner
And I'ma put you in a Benz
Ninu Maserati
Baby no question my authority
For my custody
Shori yodi yerinya skudi
I know that your body wanna party now
You feeling the beat you wanna party now
E gbe ise yen wole we wanna party now
The DJ is ready to play back we party now
Hennessy to your body, like dat
D'Usse to your body like dat
Scordy to your body, like dat
You no go kill somebody, like dat
Hennessy to your body, like dat
D'Usse to your body like dat
Scordy to your body, like dat
You no go kill somebody, like dat
Hennessy to your body, like dat
D'Usse to your body like dat
Scordy to your body, like dat
You no go kill somebody, like dat
Hennessy to your body, like dat
D'Usse to your body like dat
Scordy to your body, like dat
You no go kill somebody, like dat
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The lyrics to Davido's song "Like Dat" talk about a luxurious lifestyle where money is not a problem. He talks about being able to enjoy his wealth in his high-rise condo after coming a long way from his early beginnings in Magodo. He expresses his desire to share his love with his partner, and he promises to cater to her with drinks like Hennessy, D’Usse, and Scordy.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Agogo ko ro agogo ko ma ro" which is a Yoruba phrase meaning "the bell will ring, the bell will not ring." The phrase can be interpreted to mean that you cannot always predict what will happen in life. The repetition also symbolizes the repetitive nature of the party scene and the high-tempo music that accompanies it. The lyrics are laid out in a simple format, and the verses follow the same rhythmic pattern, punctuated by the catchy chorus.
Line by Line Meaning
Agogo ko ro agogo ko ma ro
The sound of the bells is loud and it is meant to be loud as the song continues.
All the way from Magodo
The singer comes from a particular place called Magodo which is his origin.
Now we 50 floors up in my condo
He has ascended into his apartment which is situated on the 50th floor.
Wan ni mo ta like rodo
He asks if the person he is speaking to is like a rodo, meaning are they hot and spicy?
And I wanna show you my love o
He wants to show the person he is speaking to his affection.
Emi omo olowo
I am a child of a wealthy person.
Anywhere money dey me I go to
Whenever he has money he goes wherever he desires.
Owo ti wole e bami yin oluwa l'ogo
The money he has received, he attributes it to God.
I know that your body wanna party now
He is aware that the person he is speaking to wants to party.
You feeling the beat you wanna party now
The person he is speaking to is feeling the beat and wants to party.
E gbe ise yen wole we wanna party now
Let us work so we can party now.
The DJ is ready to play back we party now yeah
The DJ is set to provide the music so they can start the party.
Hennessy to your body, like dat
Hennessy is a cognac brand that he will provide for the person he is speaking to.
D'Usse to your body like dat
D'Usse is another cognac brand that he will provide for the person he is speaking to.
Scordy to your body, like dat
Scordy, possibly a nickname or brand, is also something he will provide for the person he is speaking to.
You no go kill somebody, like dat
You will not kill someone, in the sense that it will be fun and not too much.
Yeparipa gbagbe shibbi make you towo e bobe
Something about forgetting something so they can grind or dance?
Yayarinya gbagbe shibbi make you kowo wobe
Something about forgetting something so they can continue partying?
Rolling the rolling the mulla ba mi rolling dollar
Rolling in the money and the dollar is rolling.
Hossana sussana sutana
A series of words sung together which don't have any specific meaning.
Sister life is deeper
Life is very deep, and maybe complicated?
Deeper life is sister
The way he would interpret the above line, separated out into two phrases.
No skuki in Brooklyn
Skuki is not present in Brooklyn, which could mean that he is not willing to work with them.
Riding with the top down these guys are pussy
These guys are weak and not worth investing time in.
La vida loca Santa Monica
Living the wild life in Santa Monica, California.
If any mother sucker am a piller to your diviner
If anybody tries to mess with you, he will stand behind you and be your support.
And I'ma put you in a Benz
He will provide a Benz car for the person he is speaking to.
Ninu Maserati
He would like to ride in a Maserati with the person he is speaking to.
Baby no question my authority
He is in charge and will take the lead.
For my custody
He is responsible for the person he is speaking to.
Shori yodi yerinya skudi
Unclear what this means, possibly another nickname or slang term.
Like dat
In the same way as before or as previously stated.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: David Adedeji Adeleke
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@NollyGreatMovies
I think this track needs a remix to bring it back to recognition. Cos this track is too 🔥🔥 and massive to just be this underrated. Davido did a classic. Forever classic!
@joydoroh1572
I totally agree with you, this track wasn’t given enough publicity for its worth.
@NollyGreatMovies
@@joydoroh1572 honestly
@siphozulu7982
Facts. I definitely overplayed this song back when it came out. I couldn’t go a day without it. It was shadowed by FIA and Fall so it didn’t have its chance to shine
@michaellusigi6956
I agree...
@ojikenkemdilimpromise1070
Tekno or Kizz should come for d remix
@chiomaawoji9431
This is Davido’s hottest joint ever 😭 this song didn’t reach a quarter of its potential. I’ll always come back to view this. Still a banger in 2023.
@raspop2587
Yeh that’s cuz it got over shadowed by other hits aka FIA he should have waited a few months before releasing this joint but released both same time…
@tolaniolumideayintete1571
Like do you gettt
@akanbimoses4111
This is Davido most underrated song 😭😭 how I wish he released this year ..FIA covered this song fame