David Adeleke, a.k.a Davido
Afrobeats musician, Davido, has named Asake, Rema, and Omah Lay as the leading artistes he believes have the potential to become the greatest in the genre.
He made the remarks while appearing on comedian Carter Efe’s Twitch livestream.
Asked to name who he considered the next “GOAT” in the industry, Davido said,
“Right now, for me, I say, between Asake, Omah Lay, or Rema. If you ask me. I think they’ve done exceptionally well.”
He added that his assessment focused on male artistes, while acknowledging the achievements of leading female stars.
“Obviously, we have Tems, Ayra Starr, stuff like, I’m talking about males. Those three, killing it, you know what I’m saying,” he said.
Davido also spoke warmly about the trio, highlighting their growing global presence.
“Omah Lay, obviously, my brother. Rema, love him so much. Asake, have so much love for him as well.
“They’re all doing amazingly well,” he said.
Emphasising their international impact, the singer added: “Especially globally.
“It’s just amazing to just be in America and just see them. You know I’m saying. It is not easy o.”
Widely regarded as one of Afrobeats’ most influential figures, Davido has consistently emphasized the importance of legacy and global impact, as Nigerian music continues to gain deeper traction in mainstream markets worldwide.
The debate around who qualifies as the “greatest of all time” has remained a recurring theme in Afrobeats, especially as the genre continues its rapid global expansion.
With Nigerian artistes increasingly dominating international charts, festivals, and award platforms, conversations have shifted towards who could define the next era of greatness.
