Maleek Berry, an Afrobeats singer and maker, has imparted experiences in regard to his initial connections to worldwide music symbol Davido during their early stages as rising singer
In a new appearance on the ’90s Baby’ digital broadcast, the ‘Kontrol’ hitmaker described a startling story about Davido’s straightforward nature despite his princely childhood.
Berry unveiled that upon their underlying gathering and joint effort, Davido introduced himself as simply one more trying craftsman, consistently coordinating with his peers who were wrestling with the adversities of the music business.
“I was there when Davido only had four thousand YouTube views,” Berry recounted.
“When he came to London, I would take him to a studio in Bermondsey and record him. It was one of his cousins who connected us via social media. He wasn’t even known then. We were just two Nigerian guys who loved music and got connected.”
Despite Davido’s humble disposition, Berry encountered a disclosure during a visit to the singer’s family home.
“He acted around us like one of those poor kids. But when I pulled up to his dad’s crib, I was surprised. There’s money, and there’s money! I was just so taken aback because, at the time, my mind didn’t used to move like he [Davido] had money. He used to blend in with us. When I saw the tower, I was like, okay, they’re rich.”
Berry additionally shared one more essential second in his profession, recognizing Davido for acquainting him with Wizkid, one more huge figure in the Afrobeats scene, which further solidified his remaining in the business.
