Put God first when you make it, Davido urges young artistes

Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Davido, whose real name is David Adeleke, has urged emerging artists to keep God at the forefront of their lives, especially after achieving success. He cautioned that fame brings numerous distractions that can lead artists astray.

During a recent interview with Kiss Xtra, Davido stressed the importance of self-belief and dedication to one's craft. He shared that his own journey in the music industry was fueled by a deep passion for music and a commitment to continuous improvement. "I worked on my craft so much. I loved music so much that I just wanted to get better every time," he stated.

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My advice for up-and-coming artistes is first of all, believe in yourself. I worked on my craft so much. I loved music so much that I just wanted to get better every time. When I was young, I was learning from YouTube and the people around me.

Davido also advised upcoming musicians to remain grounded in the values that contributed to their success. He specifically highlighted passion, dedication, and ongoing self-development as key factors. "My advice for up-and-coming artistes is first of all, believe in yourself," he said. "Secondly, love what you do and put God first and close, especially when you make it because there are so many distractions that can make you forget He is the reason you are here."

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Secondly, love what you do and put God first and close, especially when you make it because there are so many distractions that can make you forget He is the reason you are here.