- Davido credited veteran singer Bright Chimezie as the inspiration behind his hit song ‘With You’ in a heartfelt video.
- He promised to bring Chimezie to Lagos for a special celebration and showed him the song playing on TV.
- Cubana Chiefpriest praised Davido for his humility and connection to the Igbo community, as fans celebrated the tribute.
Nigerian superstar Davido has moved fans with a touching tribute to veteran singer Bright Chimezie. In a viral video shared by his friend Cubana Chiefpriest, Davido expressed deep admiration for the music legend.
The Afrobeats sensation revealed that Chimezie’s classic track ‘With You’ inspired his own global hit of the same name. Davido excitedly told the veteran artist, “Your song motivated mine – and it’s blowing up worldwide!”
The video:
A Special Recognition
Davido, currently in Lagos, promised to bring Bright Chimezie to the city for a special celebration. He even turned his phone to show Chimezie his song playing on TV.
The ‘Awuke’ crooner urged fans to play his version for the veteran, saying, “Let him hear how his legacy lives on!” Fans praised Davido for honouring those who paved the way.
Cubana Chiefpriest’s Praise
Businessman Chibuike Pascal Okechukwu, aka, Cubana Chiefpriest, who recorded the moment, called Davido a “great in-law to the Igbo community.” He prayed for Davido’s continued success and blessings.
In the clip, Cubana Chiefpriest also spoke Igbo to Bright Chimezie, adding a personal touch. The video has since gone viral, warming hearts across social media.
Davido’s ‘With You’ continues to dominate charts. Earlier, he gifted a Ghanaian TikToker, Ananzoofficial, ₦8 million for a viral cover of the song.
This story highlights Davido’s respect for music legends while keeping his global fanbase engaged. Stay tuned for more updates.
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