Nigerian music icon Davido, known for his chart-topping hits, displayed graceful sportsmanship as he extended heartfelt congratulations to South African sensation Tyla for securing victory in the inaugural Best African Music Performance category at the 66th Grammy Awards.
Tyla’s captivating track ‘Water’ triumphed over fierce competition, including Davido’s ‘Unavailable,’ Asake and Olamide’s ‘Amapiano,’ Burna Boy’s ‘City Boys,’ and Ayra Starr’s ‘Rush.’ Despite facing disappointment with all three of his nominations, Davido took to his X handle (formerly Twitter) to express genuine joy for Tyla’s achievement.
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Congratulations on your win @Tyllaaaaaaa ! Big One for africa! Keep soaring ! 🔥⭐️
— Davido (@davido) February 5, 2024
In a tweet, he shared, “Congratulations on your win @Tyllaaaaaaa! Big One for Africa! Keep soaring!” Davido’s gracious acknowledgment highlights the camaraderie within the African music industry, emphasizing unity and celebration of success across borders.
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Even as both Davido and Burna Boy faced another setback in the Best Global Album category, where Shakti claimed victory with “This Moment,” the Nigerian artists’ sportsmanship and support for their fellow African artist underscore the resilience and unity within the vibrant musical landscape of the continent.
