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Davido’s song ‘Joy’ featured on Oprah Winfrey’s show
Afrobeats superstar Davido has received a significant boost in his quest for a Grammy Award after his song “Joy” was recently featured on Oprah Winfrey’s show.
The track, a collaboration with five-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo, was used during the opening and closing segments of Oprah’s last show, sparking massive reactions on social media.
Kidjo shared a video of the feature on X (formerly Twitter), expressing her gratitude and excitement for Oprah’s endorsement of the song. Davido also reacted, reposting Kidjo’s video and celebrating the recognition.
This marks the first collaboration between Davido and Kidjo, following her feature on his Grammy-nominated album “Timeless.” The song’s inclusion on such a prominent platform has reignited hopes among fans that this might be the moment Davido finally secures a Grammy Award, solidifying his status as a global music icon.
So inspiring! #Joy @Oprah @davido pic.twitter.com/4XwjIcmo2K
— Angelique Kidjo (@angeliquekidjo) September 10, 2024
In other news, Davido and Lojay have been recognized by Billboard for their chart-topping success, as both artists were recently named to the publication’s 2024 Honor Roll.
This recognition highlights the growing global influence of Afrobeats, particularly in the U.S., where Nigerian artists have achieved notable success on various Billboard charts.
Davido and Lojay were honored for their contributions to chart-topping records on the R&B and hip-hop charts between August 1, 2023, and July 31, 2024.
Their inclusion in the 2024 Billboard Honor Roll comes from Davido’s involvement in Chris Brown’s track “Sensational,” which hit No. 1 on the Adult R&B Airplay Chart.