Davido pays legendary Nigerian singer, Bright Chimezie $1-million for sampling his song on "With You" feat. Omah Lay.
He called Bright Chimezie—the man whose music inspired him—and gave him $1 million, just for sampling his song. Not just that, he also gave him 40% royalties on the song. Then he gave Omah Lay 50%. And Davido? He took just 10%.
The biggest hit on his “5IVE” album, and he’s not even chasing the money. He’s chasing fulfilment, love, joy… and legacy. He just wants everyone around him to win.
That’s not just music. That’s a heart filled with gratitude. That’s someone who understands that when you stand on the shoulders of legends, you honour them, not cheat them.
OBO is not doing this for fame or fortune anymore. He’s doing this for love. For happiness. For legacy.
And honestly, this is the kind of man the industry needs.
001 for a reason!
