Davido Speaks On Loss At Grammys Award

Popular Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, also known as Davido, has reacted to his loss at the 66th Grammys Awards which took place on Sunday night, Feb. 4.

The Afrobeats star was nominated in three categories, however, he failed to win any of them.

Davido’s song ‘Feel’ was nominated for the Best Global Music Performance category, ‘ Timeless’ was nominated for the Album of the Year category, and his song ‘Unavailable’ was nominated for Best African Music Performance.

Sadly, he did not win in any of the categories.

While reacting to his loss in the Best African Performance Category, Davido took to Instagram to congratulate Tyla, the South African artiste who won the category.

He said, “Congratulations on your win Tyla, big one for Africa, keep soaring!”

Shortly before the award ceremony started, Davido, in an interview with Billboard’s Tetris Kelly at the Pre-Grammy show, said he would go crazy celebrating if he won the award for the Best African Music Performance category.

“I am just happy that we all get to shine. What if there was no [African] category? So, at the end of the day, we should all be happy that we have this category, something to call our own. Whoever wins, it’s okay. If I win, we are celebrating. We go crazy.”

Sodiq Lawal

Sodiq Lawal is a passionate and dedicated journalist with a knack for uncovering captivating stories in the bustling metropolis of Osun State and Nigeria at large. He has a versatile reporting style, covering a wide range of topics, from politics , campus, and social issues to arts and culture, seeking impact in all facets of the society.

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