Grammy-nominated Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, aka Davido, has described the creation of the Best African Music Performance category at the Grammys as โGodโs timing.โ
In a recent interview with France 24, the singer was asked whether the addition of an African music category at the Grammys was timely or not, and he responded that it was โGodโs timing.โ
He, however, said African music and culture have always been โdominantโ but just starting to get global spotlight.
The host asked, โWhat do you think about this new category, the Best African Music Performance that has now been added to the Grammys, late to the party or right on time?โ
Davido responded, โGodโs timing is the best. African music has been dominant for years. So if youโre asking me if we should have gotten recognition since, yeah, definitely. But things take time. As I said, Godโs timing is the best.
โAnd I am really happy about this new category, not just for myself but my fellow nominees. Itโs very beautiful given that people back home can make African music and win a Grammy. Thatโs really amazing to see. So I would say Godโs timing, I wouldnโt say late.โ