If “rest” appears on Davido’s rider, nobody told him. The 33-year-old Atlanta-born, Nigerian-bred artist was between sets when I called him last week fresh off a 40-show world tour, days away from his Coachella debut, and somehow still logging hours in the gym. He holds the only Afrobeats slot on this year’s festival lineup, although he’s unfazed by the distinction. For more than a decade, the musician has functioned as both hitmaker and cultural conduit, widening the lane for every artist around him. I caught up with him mid-curl to talk about the performance, the culture, and why when Davido wins, everybody eats.
From Coachellato K-Pop, DavidoIs Taking AfrobeatsWorldwide
