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LAGOS – Afrobeats sensation Davido shared a memorable encounter with iconic highlife musician Bright Chimezie in Lagos this week. Instagram videos captured the warm greeting and lively chat between Davido and the “Zigima” style pioneer on Monday. This meeting beautifully followed a video call where Davido honoured Chimezie, citing his classic song as direct inspiration for a new hit.
A heartwarming meeting of Nigerian music generations took place in Lagos as Afrobeats superstar Davido hosted the legendary highlife maestro, Bright Chimezie. Fans enjoyed glimpses of this special occasion through Instagram videos shared on Monday. The clips showed Davido extending a warm welcome to Chimezie, with both artists clearly enjoying their animated conversation. Bright Chimezie, a celebrated figure, is the originator of the distinct “Zigima” sound.
This face-to-face get-together was a delightful follow-up to a recent video call. During that initial chat, Davido paid a heartfelt tribute to the highlife icon. He specifically credited Chimezie’s 2018 track, “Because of English,” as the spark behind his own latest song, “With You,” which features Omah Lay. The video call, shared by nightlife personality Cubana Chief Priest, captured Davido saying, “I got inspiration from your song, God bless you.”
Davido Bright Chimezie: A Bridge Between Eras
The positive energy continued during their Lagos meeting. Davido eagerly showed Chimezie the music video for his new single, “With You.” He had previously extended a sincere invitation to the older musician, saying on their call, “It would be nice to meet you face-to-face.”
Bright Chimezie’s response was full of warmth and appreciation. He praised Davido’s new song, describing it as a “beautiful piece of work.” More importantly, he commended the younger artist for acknowledging and celebrating his musical legacy. This Davido Bright Chimezie interaction underscores a beautiful connection and mutual respect within Nigeria’s vibrant music scene.
By Abiodun Labi
