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Davido has challenged any artist who believes they have more hit songs than him to a hit-for-hit battle, offering $1 million in cash.
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The Afrobeats star made the claim in a now-viral clip from a livestream on Tuesday, August 11, confidently backing the strength of his music catalogue.
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The challenge has put the catalogues of some of Nigeria’s biggest stars under fresh scrutiny, with names such as Olamide, Wizkid, Burna Boy and Kizz Daniel entering the conversation.
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Fans have offered mixed reactions, with some backing Davido while others believe Olamide or Wizkid would beat him in a hit-for-hit battle.
August 12, (THEWILL) — Afrobeats superstar, Davido, has sparked debate among music fans after challenging any artist who believes they have more hit songs than him to a $1 million hit-for-hit battle.
The singer made the bold declaration in a now-viral clip from a livestream on Tuesday, August 11.
Davido said he was willing to put the money down against anyone confident enough to challenge his catalogue.
“I’ll put up a million dollars. Yes sir. I’ll do it versus anybody. A million dollars in cash. Nobody got more hits than me”, he said.
The comment has sparked a fresh debate among fans over the strongest catalogue, with some focusing on the number of hits while others consider longevity, cultural impact, influence and success across different eras.
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Reactions from Social Media
@DanielRegha backed Olamide, arguing that the rapper’s influence extends beyond his own music.
“Olamide has not only dominated the music game for years now but also played a pivotal role in the rise of artistes; Like Lil Kesh, Asake, Adekunle Gold, Fireboy, Zlatan, Bella, and many more”, Regha wrote.
“When it comes to hit songs, that is, songs that actually have lyrical quality, no artist from his era can go toe to toe with him. Comparing him with colleagues who started before, or after him is beyond disrespectful.”
He also highlighted Olamide’s longevity, street influence and record-label success, arguing that these factors should count in any comparison of Nigeria’s biggest artistes.
“Which other artist has that longevity, street impact, successful record label, and can be linked to the success of rising stars? He is one of one”, he added.
Music fan @Teeniiola also weighed in, acknowledging Davido’s strength as a hitmaker while backing Olamide and Wizkid in a potential battle.
“Davido can compete when it comes to hit for hit, no doubt, but he cannot lace the shoes of Olamide or Wizkid. Wizkid and Olamide are the two I see going head-to-head where I genuinely can’t say who would win. But when it comes to Davido, Olamide is definitely bagging that $1M,” @Teeniiola wrote.
Some fans backed Davido’s claim, with @Calabar_Sheriff writing: “That one no be lie sha. OBO album no dey too sharp sometimes but If na hit songs…..leave am for am.”
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Another user, @eddy_bongo57602, questioned the money behind the challenge, writing: “U sure say u get that money for account.”
The debate also drew comparisons with Kizz Daniel, with @ajara_omo writing: “Even kiss Daniel go push u commot for road with better hits.”
@MkoTheComedian brought Wizkid into the conversation, writing: “No artiste in Nigeria has more hit songs than Wizkid. Both local & international.”
Some reactions were more critical of Davido’s confidence. @FrizzyLimn wrote: “Bro thinks he’s on Burna Boys level.”
Another user, @OlajideEx, criticised Davido’s supporters, writing: “This guy dey put him fans for shame and they go still Dey support the nonsense with the row row row.”
Evi-Ben Ezaga is an entertainment and society writer with a passion for stories that explore culture, people, and the stories shaping society today.
