Davido Reveals How Hit Song “With You” Featuring Omah Lay Saved His Career Amid Exit Plans
Davido Reveals How Hit Song “With You” Featuring Omah Lay Saved His Career Amid Exit Plans
By Joseph Iyaji | Akahi News
Afrobeat megastar Davido has opened up about a turning point in his career, revealing that his smash hit With You featuring Omah Lay came at a time when he was considering quitting music altogether.
The singer made the revelation in a recent viral interview, saying the record’s unexpected success reignited his passion and gave him a fresh start after more than a decade in the industry.
Davido Speaks on Career Struggles
According to Akahi News findings, Davido admitted he was preparing to bow out of the music scene before With You changed everything.
“We thank God. 13 or 14 years after, for me to have this kind of song… People usually get this kind of record at the beginning of their career or in the middle. I was even preparing to bow out, then God gave me this song. He definitely added more life to it,” he said.
The song, a collaboration with fellow Nigerian star Omah Lay, became an instant global hit, topping charts and breaking streaming records.
With You Dominates Global Charts
Akahi News gathered that With You is now the #1 most-streamed Nigerian song on Spotify in 2025. The single has also:
- Been nominated for Song of the Year at the 2025 AFRIMA Awards
- Reached #1 on the Official Nigeria Top 100 Chart
- Climbed into the Top 5 Afrobeats Songs on Billboard US
The milestone solidifies Davido’s legacy as one of Africa’s most enduring and influential Afrobeats artists, even 14 years into his career.
Fans Celebrate Davido’s Resilience
The revelation has sparked emotional reactions across social media, with fans praising Davido for overcoming personal and professional struggles to deliver yet another career-defining hit.
Many believe With You proves that Davido’s staying power and talent continue to shape the global Afrobeats movement.
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