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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Mary Jane
Davido Lyrics
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davido on the diggy down
raise your hand on the diggy down
mary jane on the diggy down
she do things that bad girls do
them talk say she no go school
i see am for cameroun
them talk say she no fit cook
they say that she's nothing good
if you see wetin i dey see
if you feel wetin i dey feel
ehy
see, and i dey call her marry (marry) jane
see, and lemme see you shake your booty down
and you dey burst all ma membrane
see, and lemme see you shake your booty down
and she dey killi killi me when she put it down
i am liking the way yhou shake your booty now
and you wanto dey spend all ma money now
and she dey killi killi me when she put it down
i am liking the way yhou shake your booty now
and you wanto dey spend all ma money now
where the money?
where you put it now
and i will show you how to do it now
up and down we roll it now
all around its going down
i say… pass me d, do it now
roll ity, do it now
j sleek on the diggy down
davido on the diggy down
she do things that bad girls do
them talk say she no go school
i see am for cameroun
i see am for london too
them talk say she no fit cook
they say that she's nothing good
if you see wetin i dey see
if you feel wetin i dey feel
ehy
see, and i dey call her marry (marry) jane
see, and lemme see you shake your booty down
and you dey burst all ma membrane
see, and lemme see you shake your booty round.
na your bumbum dey make my head dey turn
omo you dey make my heart dey pop
na your bumbum dey make my head dey turn
omo you dey make my heart dey pop
but, believee yourself
no deceivee yourself
just try ditinguish yourself
you live with your health
but, believee yourself
no deceivee yourself
just try ditinguish yourself
or rather you relinquish your health
she do things that bad girls do
them talk say she no go school
i see am for cameroun
i see am for london too
them talk say she no fit cook
they say that she's nothing good
if you see wetin i dey see
if you feel wetin i dey feel
ehy
see, and i dey call her marry (marry) jane
see, and lemme see you shake your booty down
and you dey burst all ma membrane
see, and lemme see you shake your booty round
In "Mary Jane", Davido and J Sleek collaborate to praise a woman who "do[es] things that bad girls do," with Davido repeatedly calling her Mary Jane. The lyrics reference rumors surrounding this woman's character: "them talk say she no go school" and "them talk say she no fit cook" and "they say that she's nothing good." Yet, the artists still express their admiration for her and the way she moves, particularly her "bumbum." They ask her to "shake [her] booty down" and claim that she is "killing" them with her moves.
The lyrics in "Mary Jane" celebrate a woman who defies expectations and subverts stereotypes. The artists admire her for being unapologetically herself, even in the face of criticism from society. The repetition of her name, "Mary Jane," also adds to her mystique and emphasizes her allure. Throughout the song, the artists continue to express their attraction to her and their desire to be near her.
It is possible to interpret the song as a commentary on society's expectations of women and how they are judged based on traditional gender roles. However, ultimately, "Mary Jane" is a catchy and upbeat song that celebrates a confident and unapologetic woman who knows how to move.
Line by Line Meaning
j sleek on the diggy down
J Sleek produced this track
davido on the diggy down
Davido is featured on this song
raise your hand on the diggy down
It's time to get hyped up and dance
mary jane on the diggy down
This song is about a woman named Mary Jane
she do things that bad girls do
Mary Jane engages in activities that society might deem negative or promiscuous
them talk say she no go school
Rumors suggest that Mary Jane did not receive a proper education
i see am for cameroun
The artist has seen Mary Jane in Cameroon
i see am for london too
The artist has also seen Mary Jane in London
them talk say she no fit cook
There are rumors that Mary Jane cannot cook well
they say that she's nothing good
Some people have negative opinions about Mary Jane
if you see wetin i dey see
If you can see what I see
if you feel wetin i dey feel
If you can feel what I feel
see, and i dey call her marry (marry) jane
The artist has given the nickname 'Mary Jane'
see, and lemme see you shake your booty down
The artist wants Mary Jane to dance for him
and you dey burst all ma membrane
Mary Jane's dancing is exciting the artist
and she dey killi killi me when she put it down
Mary Jane is seducing the artist when she dances
i am liking the way yhou shake your booty now
The artist is enjoying Mary Jane's dancing
and you wanto dey spend all ma money now
Mary Jane is enticing the artist to spend money on her
where the money?
The artist is questioning where his money is
where you put it now
The artist is asking Mary Jane where she placed his money
and i will show you how to do it now
The artist will show Mary Jane how to use his money
up and down we roll it now
The artist means they will spend his money together
all around its going down
They will spend money in various places
i say… pass me d, do it now
The artist wants someone to pass him the 'd' (possibly a reference to drugs)
roll ity, do it now
The artist wants to consume the drugs
na your bumbum dey make my head dey turn
Mary Jane's body is attractive to the artist
omo you dey make my heart dey pop
Mary Jane's attractiveness is causing the artist to feel strong emotions
but, believee yourself
The artist is giving advice
no deceivee yourself
Do not deceive yourself
just try ditinguish yourself
Try to stand out
you live with your health
Take care of your health
or rather you relinquish your health
Or else, you may compromise your health
and lemme see you shake your booty round
The artist is repeating his request for Mary Jane to dance for him
Contributed by Penelope S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.