Davido Opens Up About His Father’s $200K Intervention: A Career-Saving Move

In a recent interview with BET, Nigerian music sensation Davido shared a pivotal moment in his career that could have gone a different way if not for his father’s intervention. Davido revealed that his father, Dr. Adedeji Adeleke, paid $200,000 to terminate a record contract when he was just 17 years old. This decision, Davido believes, changed the trajectory of his music career.

The contract in question was offered to Davido after his hit single “Dami Duro” gained massive popularity. However, his father wasn’t impressed with the deal and decided to refund the full amount, freeing Davido from the commitment. According to Davido, his father didn’t want him to be tied down to anyone, and he was grateful for the decision. “My Dad found out someone gave me $200K for a contract, he called them, gave them back their money and cancelled the contract,” Davido narrated.

A Blessing in Disguise?

Davido confessed that he was initially disappointed with his father’s decision, feeling like he was missing out on a lucrative opportunity. “He didn’t want me to owe anybody but I was feeling like you’re a whole billionaire and you don’t want to give me money, so I had to go find my way,” Davido recounted. However, he now believes that his father’s intervention was a blessing in disguise. “Thank God he did (cancel the contract) because I would have just been getting off the contract like two years ago,” he said.

Touring the World

The conversation wasn’t all about the past, though. Davido also discussed his upcoming “5 Alive” tour, which promises to be an exciting experience for fans worldwide. The tour will feature 13 dates, including a landmark concert at the 60,000-capacity Tottenham Hotspur stadium in the United Kingdom, where he’ll share the stage with American hip-hop icon 50 Cent and multi-Grammy-winning singer Mary J. Blige.

Tour Dates and Venues

United Kingdom: Tottenham Hotspur stadium
Canada: Scotia Bank Arena (19,000 capacity) and Place Bell (10,000 seater)
United States: 10 dates, including State Farm Arena in Atlanta and Barclays Centre in Texas

New Album

Davido’s fans can also look forward to his recent album, “5ive,” which features 17 tracks and multiple guest appearances from renowned music stars worldwide. Released on April 18, 2025, the album showcases Davido’s growth as an artist and his ability to blend different sounds.

A Career on the Rise

With his “5 Alive” tour and new album, Davido is set to take his music to new heights. His decision to share his story and his father’s intervention serves as a reminder that sometimes, the most important decisions are the ones made with our best interests at heart. As Davido continues to thrill fans worldwide, it’s clear that his father’s $200,000 intervention was a career-saving move.

Source: Africa Publicity