Davido Says Marriage Inspired Him To Reduce Entourage

Afrobeats star Davido has revealed that marriage and fatherhood prompted him to scale back the size of his entourage, saying he now prioritises spending time with his wife and children over maintaining the large circle he once had around him.

Speaking in an interview with Vibe Magazine ahead of the release of his sixth studio album, Oriadé, the award-winning singer said settling into family life has brought a significant change in the way he lives and manages those around him.

According to Davido, sharing a home with his family made it impossible to continue accommodating the large entourage that had become part of his lifestyle over the years.

“Now I live with the kids and my wife. I can’t have 100 people in my house like before,” he said.

The singer explained that reducing the number of people in his immediate circle has allowed him to strike a healthier balance between his personal life and music career while creating a more stable environment at home.

Davido, however, stressed that trimming his entourage does not mean he has abandoned the friends who have been with him throughout his journey.

Instead, he said he has focused on helping many of them become financially independent by supporting their businesses and encouraging them to build careers of their own.

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He added that he believes those who create opportunities for him should also benefit from the success that follows.

“If you bring a deal for me, you’ll get your 10 per cent. I don’t care if it’s a $4 million deal—you deserve your commission if you brought the opportunity,” Davido said.

The Grammy-nominated artiste said his approach reflects his belief in sharing opportunities with those around him rather than simply keeping them within his entourage.

Davido’s latest studio album, Oriadé, was officially released on July 31, marking another milestone in his career as one of Africa’s biggest music exports.