Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, Davido has begun the countdown to his much-anticipated fifth studio album, “5ive”, set to drop in 2025.
On Thursday night, December 5, 2024, Davido announced the album title, “5ive”, through his social media pages, giving fans a glimpse of what’s to come.
Ahead of the album’s release, the singer released a brand-new single titled “Funds”, featuring fellow singer Chike and rapper Odumodublvck.
In an Instagram post, the four-time Grammy nominee revealed that “5ive”, which will be available on March 14, 2025, is deeply personal and reflects his growth, life experiences, and authenticity.
He wrote, “THE JOURNEY CONTINUES in 2025 with my new album, 5IVE!! This one is straight from the heart – my story, my truth, my growth.WE NOT WAITING THOUGH! Tonight at midnight I’m dropping a single “Funds” with @odumodublvck & @officialchike
“This one’s for the dreamers, the go getters and everyone chasing what’s theirs!Thank you for riding with me. Let’s make history again!!!Album pre-order link in bio! OBO 30BG 🇳🇬.”
“Funds” marks the second single from the upcoming album, following “Awuke”, which featured YG Marley. The new track also pays homage to South African music legend Brenda Fassie by sampling her 1997 hit “Vuli Ndlela”.
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Davido and Odumodublvck gave fans an exclusive preview of the song during his birthday concert at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
In a statement, Davido described “Funds” as “a celebration of the hustle and the journey,” adding, “Working with Odumodublvck and Chike on this track was magic. They brought their own unique energy, and together we created something special.
“This song isn’t just about money – it’s about the mindset, the struggle, and the rewards that come with staying true to your grind. It’s a vibe that resonates across cultures. And with 5ive on the way, I’m bringing that same energy – African pride, global sound. We’re just getting started.”
The upcoming album, “5ive”, follows Davido’s successful 2023 release “Timeless”, which reached No. 2 on Billboard’s World Albums chart and No. 37 on the Billboard 200.
“Timeless” was nominated for Best Global Music Album at the 2024 Grammy Awards, and its hit single “Unavailable” featuring South African singer Musa Keys became a fan favorite, landing at No. 3 on the U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart and earning a nomination for Best African Music Performance.
Check out Davido’s announcement for “5ive” below!
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Listen To Davido’s new song ‘Funds’ with Odumodublvck & Chike
KanyiDaily recalls that Davido recently credited his resilience in life’s toughest moments to the faith and trust in God instilled by his father, Adedeji Adeleke.