Davido Hints at Life Beyond Music, Says He’ll Soon ‘Make His Billions’

Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has sparked reactions online after suggesting that he may eventually step away from music to focus on building his wealth. The singer made the remark during a heated exchange with Nigerian rapper Erigga on X, formerly known as Twitter, over a discussion about musicians who come from wealthy families and those who had to struggle before achieving success. The exchange began after Erigga praised artistes who did not come from wealthy backgrounds and had to work hard for every dollar they earned. Davido, however, challenged the idea that coming from a privileged family automatically means an artiste did not work hard for their success. Responding to Erigga, the singer said those who came from wealthy families could also grind their way to the top. The conversation later became more heated, with Davido describing Erigga’s position as “useless motivation” and using strong words during the exchange. It was in the midst of the back-and-forth that Davido made his comment about potentially leaving the music industry. “No worry o I go soon leave their music for una go make my billions… then that shit gonna be boring AF,” the singer wrote. The statement quickly attracted attention from fans and social media users, with some interpreting it as a possible hint at retirement, while others viewed it as part of his response to the ongoing argument. Davido did not announce a specific retirement date or state that he was immediately quitting music. His comment instead appeared to suggest that he could eventually move away from music after achieving his financial goals. The singer has previously demonstrated interests outside music, including business ventures and investments, making the latest statement particularly notable. Despite his comment, Davido remains one of Africa’s most prominent music stars, with a career spanning more than a decade and numerous international collaborations and awards. His influence has also extended beyond music, with the singer frequently discussing wealth creation, business and financial independence. The exchange with Erigga ultimately ended with Davido questioning whether anyone genuinely enjoys being poor. “Deep down, who like poverty?” he asked. Davido’s latest remarks have since generated conversations about whether the singer is seriously considering life after music or simply making a point about financial success. For now, there is no indication that the award-winning artiste is stepping away from music immediately, and his statement appears to have been made in the context of the online exchange. Fans will likely continue to watch for any further clarification from the singer about his long-term plans.