Posted by Chinenye on Tue 04th Aug, 2026 - tori.ng
Afrobeats star Davido has opened up about the family background and experiences that shaped his journey to global fame.
(Davido. Photo Credit; Naijaonpoint)
Afrobeats musician Davido has disclosed that his family has a long history of sending students to study abroad, going all the way back to his grandfather's age.
The award-winning musician revealed that his grandfather made sure his kids attended school overseas, especially in the United States, in a recent interview that went viral on social media.
According to Davido, his father attended university in Kentucky, describing international education as a tradition that has been maintained within his family for decades.
He explained that his grandfather was a senator, and that most of his children, including his father, were sent to America for their education.
The singer noted that studying abroad is a common practice among many affluent African families, adding that the trend has persisted across generations in his own family.
Davido also spoke about his family's multicultural background, revealing that his parents first met in London.
He explained that his mother hails from Edo State, while his father is Yoruba, with Igbo ancestry through his grandmother.
He further disclosed that his mother later travelled to the United States to pursue a master's degree, which deepened the family's long-standing ties to America.
Reflecting on his upbringing between Nigeria and the United States, Davido said the exposure played a significant role in shaping his worldview and contributed positively to both his personal development and his international music career.
He credited the experience with helping him develop a global perspective that has influenced his success on the world stage.