Nigerian music sensation Davido has shed light on the unexpected genesis of his Grammy-nominated track ‘With You,’ a collaboration with fellow artist Omah Lay. The chart-topping song’s journey began with a public misconception, as Omah Lay had previously expressed a belief that Davido harbored negative feelings towards him.

Omah Lay had openly shared his assumption that Davido disliked him, an impression that persisted until a notable livestream featuring American streamer Kai Cenat in Lagos. During this broadcast, Davido played Omah Lay’s music, a moment that prompted a surprised public reaction from the younger artist the following day.

Following Omah Lay’s tweet expressing his astonishment at the shoutout, which alluded to his prior belief of being disliked, Davido swiftly initiated direct contact. The Afrobeat superstar reached out via direct message, questioning the basis of such an assumption, especially given they had never personally met.

In a widely circulated video, Davido recounted how this digital exchange paved the way for their eventual musical partnership. The conversation ignited after Omah Lay’s public statement, revealing a misunderstanding that Davido was keen to resolve and explore creatively.

Davido detailed the pivotal moment when Kai Cenat visited Nigeria, and during a car ride, Omah Lay’s song played. Cenat’s inquiry about the artist led Davido to enthusiastically praise Omah Lay’s burgeoning talent, setting the stage for further interaction.

This initial conversation led to an exchange of contact information and a fruitful period of shared musical ideas. The artists recorded approximately four songs together, with Omah Lay ultimately selecting ‘With You’ for official release.

‘With You’ has since emerged as a significant highlight from Davido’s fifth album, ‘5ive,’ and has earned a prestigious nomination for Best African Music Performance at the upcoming Grammy Awards.

The collaboration has been met with widespread acclaim, with fans commending Davido for his mentorship of emerging artists and his humble approach, while Omah Lay has been praised for his candor regarding his initial reservations.

Considered one of the most emotionally resonant tracks on ‘5ive,’ ‘With You’ exemplifies how a simple misunderstanding and subsequent open communication can blossom into significant artistic achievement and critical recognition.

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