Davido reveals he was a fugitive when his hit song 'Dami Duro' dropped

Davido, whose real name is David Adeleke, has opened up about the backlash he faced from his family after releasing his debut hit single, Dami Duro, which marked the beginning of his music career against their wishes.

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His family had envisioned a different path for him, one that involved completing his education and eventually working for his father's business, but Davido had other plans, which led to strong opposition from his loved ones.

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In a recent interview with Vibe Magazine on Thursday, the Afrobeats star recounted his experiences as a teenager when he first dropped Dami Duro, revealing that he was under immense pressure from his family at the time.

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Davido confessed that he was literally on the run from his family when he released the song, which ultimately became a huge success and a defining moment in his career.

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Upon reflection, Davido noted that the lyrics of Dami Duro captured the essence of his personal struggles, particularly his determination to pursue a career in music despite his family's resistance, as evident in the lines "You stop trying to stop me, I'm the son of a rich man).

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The song's release coincided with Davido's 17th birthday, and he recalled how it changed his life and became a major turning point in his music career, which has now spanned over 15 years.

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Davido attributed the pressure he faced to his family's strong emphasis on education, where the expectation was to complete school and join his father's business, a path that his siblings had already taken.

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As the youngest of five siblings, Davido felt the weight of his family's expectations, especially since his older siblings had already graduated, adding to the pressure he faced in choosing a different career path.

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However, Davido's father eventually became one of his biggest supporters after recognizing his talent and success in the music industry, a far cry from his initial disapproval.

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Before releasing Dami Duro, Davido had invested time in learning music production and mixing, skills that enabled him to create his early records and ultimately prove his talent to others.

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The success of Dami Duro served as a testament to Davido's genuine talent, demonstrating that his success was not solely due to his wealthy background, but rather a result of his hard work and dedication to his craft.

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Davido also revealed that he had initially kept his privileged background a secret, fearing that people would not take him seriously as an artist if they knew about his wealthy upbringing.

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With a career spanning over 15 years, Davido has established himself as a prominent figure in the music industry, with numerous hit songs, international tours, and awards to his name, including a Grammy nomination.