Afrobeats superstar Davido has made history once again, achieving a jaw-dropping milestone just hours before performing at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
Taking to his Instagram Story, the Nigerian singer and global sensation announced that his “5ive Alive Tour” stop at the iconic 19,000-capacity venue had completely sold out, but that wasn’t all.
In a remarkable twist, top-tier tickets reportedly reached a staggering $12,868, setting a new record for the highest-priced concert ticket ever sold by an African artist.
The announcement added even more excitement to what was already a highly anticipated night, as fans across the world reacted to the headline-making achievement. Davido’s post showcased a promotional graphic that celebrated the record-breaking figure, just as the crowd prepared to welcome him to the stage.
Davido via IG Story ahead of his show tonight 💪🏽 pic.twitter.com/zZxg9w8sbr
— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) July 31, 2025
The Brooklyn show, which also featured stellar performances from rising Nigerian stars Victony and Morravey, forms part of the ongoing North American leg of Davido’s “5ive Alive Tour,” organised by Live Nation Urban.
This achievement is more than just numbers; it’s symbolic of Afrobeats’ meteoric rise and Davido’s place at the forefront of Africa’s musical revolution. From Lagos to New York, the genre’s cultural impact continues to grow, and Davido remains one of its boldest trailblazers.
Industry observers have hailed the sold-out Barclays Centre concert as a defining moment in Davido’s illustrious career—a powerful sign that African music is no longer emerging; it has arrived.