• ‘I knew this was love’ – Craig David talks about song collaboration with Tiwa Savage

British R&B icon Craig David has opened up about his collaboration with Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Tiwa Savage on his latest track, “Commitment.”

The 7 Days hitmaker couldn’t stop praising Tiwa, calling her a “consistent and talented force” in the music industry.

During a recent interview on the Capital Xtra podcast, the 43-year-old, award-winning singer reflected on how Tiwa Savage, 45, became part of the song.

Commitment was already 70% complete when Craig and his team started discussing who could bring the perfect finishing touch. That’s when Tiwa’s name came up—and the choice was unanimous.

“We were in the studio brainstorming, and someone said, ‘What about Tiwa Savage?’” Craig recalled. “I was like, ‘That’s a great idea!’”

Initially unsure if she’d be interested, Craig reached out, and to his surprise, Tiwa responded with enthusiasm.

“She got back to us so graciously,” he said. “She even told me, ‘Even if the song wasn’t that great, I still would have jumped on it.’ That’s when I knew this was love.”

Once Tiwa added her magic, the song took on a whole new life.

“She jumped on the track, and next thing you know, we had this incredible song that blended both of our worlds seamlessly,” Craig said. “It went from fire emojis to voice notes. And those ad-libs? Next level. We were both gassed!”

Craig also shared his admiration for Tiwa’s longevity and vocal prowess, declaring himself a longtime fan.

“When it comes to Afrobeats, she’s been holding it down for years. She’s not just consistent—she’s an outstanding vocalist,” he said.

Meeting Tiwa in person was just as special for Craig, who described the experience as “everything I could’ve imagined and more.”

“She’s so gracious, and her talent is unreal,” he added. “She was like, ‘Yeah, it’s good stuff,’ and I’m thinking, ‘No, YOU’RE the good stuff!’”

“I am actually a big fan of Tiwa Savage especially when it comes to Afrobeats. She has been holding it down for years and vocally, she is amazing.”

– Craig David pic.twitter.com/MoHCtMlhE3

— @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) March 9, 2025

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• Release date of Craig David and Tiwa Savage’s highly anticipated collaboration revealed

British R&B star Craig David is making a grand return to the music scene with a major collaboration featuring Nigerian Afrobeats queen Tiwa Savage.

Their joint single, ‘Commitment,’ has been confirmed for release on February 26, 2025, marking one of the biggest musical pairings of the year.

The anticipation for ‘Commitment‘ has been building since last month when Tiwa Savage teased a snippet of the song during an Instagram Live session.

Expressing her excitement, she described the collaboration as a milestone in her career. “This collaboration is a dream come true,” she said. “I’ve been a huge fan of Craig for years, and working with him has been such an amazing experience. I can’t wait for everyone to hear it.”

Craig David, known for his signature blend of R&B and garage music, revealed in an interview with ‘The Sun UK‘ that he specifically sought out Tiwa Savage for the project.

“Tiwa is an incredible artist. When I’d finished Commitment, I felt like the song needed her. It’s an Afrobeats type of song, and that’s her world—she lives, eats, and breathes it,” he shared.

He admitted he was unsure if she would be interested but was thrilled when she agreed. “I reached out, and I wasn’t sure if she’d be up for it, but she was. I gave her the freedom to do her own thing. I told her not to feel constrained by the song I’d sent and to add her own verse. She came back with it, and I was like, ‘Yo! This is the one.’”

With a fusion of nostalgic R&B elements and contemporary Afrobeats influences, Commitment is expected to captivate both longtime fans of Craig David and Tiwa Savage, as well as new listeners.

As the release date approaches, excitement continues to grow for what promises to be a standout record in 2025.

🚨 CRAIG DAVID & TIWA SAVAGE
💿 COMMITMENT

— Set to drop on February 26 💪🏽 pic.twitter.com/BsdWqgA3xV

— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) February 6, 2025

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Tiwa Savage is giving fans something to look forward to with the preview of her new single ‘Commitment‘ featuring British music star Craig David.

The singer shared a sneak peek of the track on her social media page on January 29, 2025, sparking excitement among her fanbase.

This upcoming release marks Tiwa Savage’s first single of 2025 and will follow her 2024 hit, ‘Forgiveness,’ which served as the lead single from her highly anticipated album.

The new track, ‘Commitment,’ will showcase her powerful vocals alongside Craig David, whose tracks like ‘7 Days’ and ‘Walking Away‘ from his classic 2000 album ‘Born To Win’ have earned him immense popularity, including in Nigeria.

Since making her mark in the Nigerian music scene over a decade ago, Tiwa Savage has solidified her position as one of the country’s most celebrated artists.

Her list of hit records has made her a dominant force in the industry, and she is widely regarded as a major figure for female representation in Nigerian music.

One of Tiwa Savage’s standout moments was becoming the first Nigerian artist to perform at the British ‘Royal Coronation ceremony, where she represented Africa at the coronation of King Charles III.

Her upcoming collaboration with ‘Craig David’ is the latest addition to her growing list of international partnerships, which also includes collaborations with Beyoncé and Brandy, both Grammy-winning singers.

Tiwa Savage’s fifth studio album, which will follow the soundtrack for her debut feature film ‘Water & Garri,‘ is expected to feature guest appearances from artists like Ayra Starr, Black Sherif, Young Jonn, and Olamide.

With this album, she is set to further solidify her legacy as one of the most iconic Nigerian music artists of the 21st century. Fans are eagerly anticipating what she’ll deliver next!

 

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