Davido warns upcoming artistes: keep God close amid fame and distractions
Davido advised upcoming artistes not to turn away from God after achieving success, warning that the music industry is full of distractions that can make them forget their faith. Speaking in a recent interview with Kiss Xtra, he said, "My advice for up-and-coming artistes, is first of all, believe in yourself. I worked on my craft so much. I loved music so much that I just wanted to get better every time. When I was young, I was learning from YouTube and the people around me. Secondly, love what you do and put God first and close, especially when you make it because there are so many distractions that can make you forget he is the reason you are here." The Daily Post reported that several celebrities, especially Christians, have publicly admitted they quit church after becoming famous. This advice matters for emerging Nigerian artists navigating fame, reminding them to anchor their success in faith amidst industry pressures. Upcoming artistes should consider how to maintain their spiritual grounding while pursuing career growth, perhaps by setting regular worship time, seeking mentorship from faith‑based peers, or reflecting on their motivations regularly.