Omah Lay says Davido deserves Grammy win in 2025

Nigerian singer Omah Lay has expressed heartfelt support for fellow Afrobeats star Davido, following his Grammy nomination in 2025. While Omah Lay insists he is not personally invested in awards, he emphasized that winning a Grammy is Davido’s greatest dream and one he truly deserves.

“I don’t care about the Grammy Awards but I really want it for Davido,” Omah Lay said. “Davido is one of the most hardworking Afrobeats artistes ever and he really deserves it.”

For Omah Lay, the nomination itself is already a victory for Davido and for the Afrobeats movement. It highlights the global recognition of African music and the relentless effort Davido has put into building his career and elevating the genre.

Adding to the excitement, Davido’s track “With You” has become one of the most streamed African songs in 2025, cementing his influence and proving the worldwide appeal of his sound. The Grammy nod, combined with streaming milestones, underscores Davido’s role as a trailblazer in Afrobeats.

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Omah Lay’s words reflect the camaraderie and mutual respect within Nigeria’s music industry. Beyond competition, artists are celebrating each other’s wins as collective progress for African music on the global stage. Davido’s nomination is not just about one artist—it’s about the rise of Afrobeats as a cultural force worldwide.