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Davido tells Odumodublvck why winning Headies Next Rated prize matters
Afrobeats icon Davido has shared heartfelt praise for rising rap sensation Odumodublvck following his major victory at the 17th Headies Awards.
Davido, who had the honor of presenting the prestigious Next Rated award to Odumodublvck during the ceremony, followed up with a personal phone call to the rapper, underscoring the award’s life-changing impact on any young artist’s career.
In a video circulating on social media, Davido reflected on the significance of the accolade, recalling how past winners like Wande Coal, Wizkid, and himself experienced career-defining moments after winning it.
“Next Rated isn’t just a trophy,” Davido told Odumodublvck. “It’s a sign. A confirmation that your time has come. Wande Coal, Wizkid, me — we all got it. It changed everything.”
The ‘Unavailable‘ crooner congratulated the rapper once again and urged him to seize the moment as a springboard for even greater success.
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Odumodublvck, known for his gritty fusion of rap and street-hop, triumphed over a strong lineup of contenders including Shallipopi, Qing Madi, Ayo Maff, and Nasboi.
His win made history, as he became the first rapper to clinch both Rookie of the Year and “Next Rated” awards.
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Since bursting onto the scene with ‘Picanto‘ in 2022, Odumodublvck has seen a meteoric rise, working with heavyweights like Zlatan, Burna Boy, and Davido — notably on the chart-topping single *5ive*.
His breakout hit ‘Declan Rice‘ became a national anthem and even soundtracked the English footballer’s high-profile transfer to Arsenal in 2023.
With his latest project ‘The Machine Is Coming’ making waves, and his highly anticipated debut album ‘The Industry Machine‘ on the horizon, Odumodublvck is staking his claim as one of the brightest new forces in Nigerian hip-hop.
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