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David Adedeji Adeleke (born November 21, 1992), better known by his stage name Davido, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer. His 2011 single 'Dami Duro' was well-received throughout Nigeria. Along with his elder brother Adewale Adeleke, Davido is the co-owner of HKN Music (a record label home to Sina Rambo, B. Red and DeeKay). He has produced songs for Naeto C, Skales, Tiwa Savage and Sauce Kid. In April 2012, he signed an endorsement deal with MTN Nigeria. On October 23, 2013, Davido partnered with Guinness Nigeria for the 'Guinness World of More' concert.
Born in Atlanta, Georgia, Davido relocated to Lagos at a young age. His debut album Omo Baba Olowo, released in 2012, was supported by the singles 'Back When' featuring Naeto C, 'Dami Duro', 'All of You', 'Overseas' featuring Sina Rambo, 'Ekuro', 'Gbon Gbon' and 'Feel Alright' featuring Ice Prince. Between 2013 and 2015, Davido released the singles 'Gobe', 'One of a Kind', 'Skelewu', 'Aye', 'Tchelete (Goodlife)' featuring Mafikizolo, 'Naughty' featuring DJ Arafat, 'Owo Ni Koko', 'The Sound' and 'The Money' featuring Olamide. The aforementioned singles were reportedly intended to be singles off the album, The Baddest.
In January 2016, Davido announced via Twitter that he signed a record deal with Sony Music. His announcement was met with mixed reactions. The record label put out a press release to confirm the deal. Davido started his own label, Davido Music Worldwide (DMW), few months after signing with Sony. Dremo and Mayorkun are currently signed to the label. In July 2016, Davido signed a record deal with Sony's RCA Records.
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