Davido has credited American superstar Chris Brown with playing a transformative role in his music journey. Speaking during a recent episode of the Bagfuel Brigade podcast, the Nigerian Afrobeats icon opened up about how a surprise FaceTime call in 2018 became the beginning of a life-changing friendship.
The moment came when one of Chris Brown’s Nigerian friends casually rang Davido with “Fall” playing in the background. When Davido asked where he was, the reply shocked him: “At Chris Brown’s house.” The friend then turned the camera to show Breezy dancing to the song, sparking what would become a long-standing brotherhood between the two artists.
Following that unexpected call, Davido flew to the U.S. a few months later and finally met Chris Brown in person. “From the first time we met, we just naturally became friends,” he shared. That meeting wasn’t just a social link-up; it marked the start of a new chapter in Davido’s international journey, culminating in multiple collaborations that elevated his global standing.
One of the most notable outcomes of their bond was the 2019 smash hit Blow My Mind, which dominated charts across Africa and America. The track garnered over 10 million views within its first week on YouTube and later surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify. Their on-stage chemistry, often seen during tours and joint performances, also helped bridge Afrobeat and R&B cultures.
Davido’s experience with Chris Brown reflects the growing power of cross-continental music collaborations. Their creative synergy has opened doors for other African artists, with Davido now serving as a global ambassador for Afrobeat. He emphasized how real friendship — not just strategic alliance — fuels the music they make.
As the Nigerian music industry continues to gain momentum on the global stage, Davido remains a key figure in the cultural exchange between Africa and the U.S. He praised Chris not only for his artistry but for genuinely embracing African culture and helping push Afrobeat into international conversations.
The podcast episode, released on April 22, 2025, is already trending, sparking renewed interest in Davido and Chris Brown’s collaborative legacy. Fans are now calling for a new project from the duo, hinting that their story might just be entering another exciting phase.
