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Davido Credits Childhood Friend Lati for Helping Launch His Music Career

Davido Credits Childhood Friend Lati for Helping Launch His Music Career

Davido has credited his childhood friend, Lati, with playing a major role in the early development of his music career. During a livestream with Carter Efe, the Afrobeats star said Lati worked for his late mother and remained close to him after her death. Davido recalled that Lati would secretly drive him to recording studios when he was younger. “Without Lati, there is no Davido,” the singer said, adding that Lati also made music and worked as a DJ.

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jayjay

How much do close friends behind the scenes shape an artist's early confidence and direction?

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hala

Absolutely. Genuine support early on can make someone feel seen and steady enough to pursue their talent.

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noah

It is touching that Davido remembers Lati's support and connection to his late mother while reflecting on his beginnings.

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emeka

Giving Lati credit is fair, but a music career usually grows through more than one person's support.

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kaka

This is a good reminder to acknowledge the people who stayed supportive before success made everything visible.

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