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  • Burna Boy started his music career in Nigeria, but has since gone global, performing on the main stages of Coachella and the Grammys. His songs have been instrumental in the reemergence of Afrobeats on the global stage. 

    Across every song, album and feature, he’s given fans music that speaks to confidence, heartbreak, African pride, political unrest, Lagos chaos and luxury in equal measure. Whether he’s raging through “Last Last”, or gliding across “Bank On It”, his catalogue is focused and diverse.

    So, I asked the listeners who matter most, the Outsiders, to rank forty of the very best Burna Boy songs.

    Here are the 40 greatest burna boy songs of all time ranked by fans.

    40. “Solid” feat. Blxst and Kehlani (2022)

    Here, Burna Boy features American singers Blxst and Kehlani to deliver a romantic special.

    “It’s a good vibe.” — Gboyega, Burna Boy fan since “Ye.”

    Standout lyrics: “You the type I really vibe with / So I forever keep it solid.”

    39. “Agbada” (2018)

    Burna Boy put out this song following the release of his Outside album.

    “I relate to this track on a level just a few can understand. This track has street tales that are basically my life’s soundtrack.” — Mike, Burna Boy fan since “Like to Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “Tuck agbada inside trouser.”

    38. “Hallelujah” (2017)

    Burna Boy takes us to church here as he goes into praise and worship mode.

    “I’m not even religious but I just like this song. It’s simple and the video is good too.” — Basit, Burna Boy fan since “Won Da Mo” featuring D’Banj.

    Standout lyrics: “Mi affi give the most high praise / For the air I breathe.”

    37. “Smoke” feat. Onosz (2011)

    This is a freestyle Burna Boy did alongside Onosz on a sample of Bob Marley and the Wailers’ “No Woman No Cry.”

    “I was still in secondary school, and I had not started smoking weed when I first heard this song, but it had that high feel to it. It’s a smoke session soundtrack. Top song.” — Bami, Burna Boy fan since Best of Burn Series, Vol. 1.

    Standout lyrics: “How you like to smoke some weed, yeah, yeah.”

    36. “Alone” (2022)

    This Burna Boy song appeared on the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever album.

    “We used it to do a memorial for one of my lecturers who died, and it has stuck since then. It just reminds me to always appreciate everything I have, because you never know how it feels till you lose something.” — Iyegbekosa, Burna Boy fan since “Ye.”

    Standout lyrics: “Count every blessing, count every lesson / E fit no dey tomorrow, so I count every second.”

    35. “Fa So LaTi Do” (2016)

    This track is from his Redemption EP, which reunited him with old-time producer Leriq.

    “Burna Boy was experimenting with sounds this period and this is the chillest vibe from him.” — Mide, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “If I get them drawers, baby / You gon’ wish I’m yours, baby.”

    34. Big 7 (2023)

    This is the second single from Burna Boy’s seventh album, I Told Them…, and it marks his latest nickname, Big 7.

    “It gets me hyped.” — Williams, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “Been wavy since morning.”

    33. “Jealousy” (2015)

    Here, Burna Boy sings about the negative impact of jealousy and keeping it real despite thee evny of others.

    “It’s his song that I can sing from start to finish. It’s simple and groovy.” — Joba, Burna Boy fan since “Tonight.”

    Standout lyrics: “Olowo lo n sore olowo.”

    32. “Pree Me” (2016)

    This is the first single from Burna Boy’s Redemption EP.

    “I really love this song. It came out around 2016, and that was the time I was down. I was depressed and was almost a junkie. I couldn’t even fit into the things my family did at home. This song was all I had.” — Tomnay, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “Lately I have been in my toes / Enemies been in a mission.”

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    31. “Check and Balance” (2014)

    This is a single Burna Boy released after the success of his “Don Gorgon” in 2014.

    “I like this jam because dancehall Burna Boy is my favourite.” — Promise, Burna Boy fan since “Trumpet” featuring Davido.

    Standout lyrics: “I’ve been looking I’ve been searching / Man a hustle man a working.”

    30. “Devil in California” (2018)

    This is Burna Boy in one of his best melancholic forms.

    “Burna Boy is in his feelings. This is the Burna Boy I relate to the most whenever I’m in my feelings.” — Rinde, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “I’ve been living on the edge but I won’t fall off.”

    29. “I Told Them” feat. GZA (2023)

    Here, Burna Boy features GZA, a legendary rapper from the infamous rap group Wu-Tang Clan.

    “I love ‘I Told Them’ because it resonates with my life.” — Kehinde, Burna Boy fan since “Run My Race”

    Standout lyrics: “I told them I’m a genius / I had to show them what the meaning is.”

    28. “City Vibration”

    This is one of the few songs Burna Boy dedicates to his home city, Port Harcourt.

    “It’s telling how Niger Delta militias took law into their own hands before Yar’Adua’s amnesty. The region that provides the most oil for the country is not in its best state, a sad reality of our society. This is his root. While I love how he has evolved across genres, I still want to vibe to the reggae-fusion version of Burna Boy.” — Oluwaseyi, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “Know say Niger Delta boys no trust no minister / That’s the reason why dem’a burst the cylinder.”

    27. “Another Story” feat. M.anifest (2019)

    This is one of Burna Boy and M.anifest’s two collaborations.

    “I love the political message on this and the featured artist is perfect.” — Wisdom, Burna Boy fan since “Tonight.”

    Standout lyrics: “Since 1960 dem dey play us wayo.”

    26. “Rockstar” (2015)

    This is Burna Boy’s final version of “Rockstar,” after he accused his former label, Aristokrat Records, of leaking an early version.

    “There’s just something different about it. Plus, it came at a time when people weren’t really paying attention to Burna. Also, the calm production, visuals, and the South Africa era he was in back then made me like it.” — Olumide, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “I’m a rockstar, baby.”

    25. “Yawa Dey” (2013)

    This is one of the first singles Burna Boy released ahead of his debut album L.I.F.E.

    “This is this early sound. I really fuck with his Aristokrat Records era music.” — Chibuzor, Burna Boy since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “Tell dem no be by force / As I drive waka pass, I dey do my thing.”

    24. “23” (2020)

    Apart from being a motivational song, “23” is a special nod to successful American basketballer Michael Jordan, who’s popularly known for wearing a number 23 jersey in his playing years.

    “The delivery and flow is great, and the way his vocals conveyed the emotions of this song is really beautiful.” — Toyosi, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “Music make me feel I be Jordan.”

    23. “Bank On It” (2020)

    In this song, Burna Boy explores faith, perseverance and self-belief.

    “This is my motivational song, telling me that I’m the shit. You can bank on me. I’ll never fail.” — Toyosi, Burna Boy fan since “Tonight.”

    Standout lyrics: “Diferent type of evil available / And any one of them can kill you.”

    22. “Giza” feat. Seyi Vibez (2023)

    This is Burna Boy and Seyi Vibez’ s first collaboration.

    “I love love street music and Seyi Vibez. Seeing Burna Boy work with him is big. They killed this song.” — Seun, Burna Boy since “Wetin Man Go Do.”

    Standout lyrics: “Take a picture / Five hours ago for camera roll.”

    21. “Killin Dem” feat. Zlatan (2018)

    This is Burna Boy and Zlatan’s one and only song together.

    “Anytime the beat drops, it’s a hit.” — Sayo, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “You’re not Ayefele, so what’s your excuse?”

    20. “Last Last” (2022)

    Coming out of a break-up with musician Steflon Don, Burna Boy sings about the inevitability of heartbreak.

    “Around the time this song came out, one of my guys was going through heartbreak, and my friends and I trolled him with this song a lot. The song made me happy.” — Mikaelson, Burna Boy fan since “Gbona.”

    Standout lyrics: “E don cast / Last last ), na everybody go chop breakfast.”

    19. “Gwarn” (2017)

    This is Burna Boy’s first collaboration with Ghanaian music producer Juls.

    “The flows on the song are too seamless. He’s just going. The lyrics, the rhythm, the notes, highs and the lows are perfect.” — Chidinma, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “She said she love me something / Because when mi long something slide up in her.”

    18. “Monsters You Made” feat. Chris Martin (2020)

    Burna Boy collaborates with American singer Chris Martin, a member of the music band Coldplay.

    “I like the song because of its Afrocentricism and its adoption of a revolutionary tone. It’s a protest song and a politically conscious track.” — Emerald, Burna Boy fan since L.I.F.E.

    Standout lyrics: “So fuck dem classes in school / Fuck Mungo Park and the fools / That said they found river Niger / They’ve been lying to you / Ain’t no denying the truth / See what I’m tryin’ to do / Is draw the line for the mothers cryin’, we’re dying as youths.”

    17. “Dangote” (2019)

    Burna Boy sings about the daily struggles of Nigerians, from poverty to police brutality and the rat race.

    “I really like it because it just felt different at the time and I found it very vibey.” — Maryam, Burna Boy fan since “Ye.”

    Standout lyrics: “Dangote still dey find money.”

    16. “Way Too Big” (2020)

    Burna Boy praises himself, singing about how he has become a bigger-than-life figure in the Nigerian music industry and life generally.

    “The way he moved on the beat is typical Burna Boy. For a song titled ‘Way Too Big,’ he brought a very high and contagious energy. It made me feel like a giant too. Lyrics on point as usual.” — Mark, Burna Boy fan since “Yawa Dey.”

    Standout lyrics: “Way too big to be fucking with you.”

    15. “Tonight” (2013)

    This is one of the lead singles of his debut album, Leaving Impact Till Eternity (L.I.F.E.).

    “It holds a special place in my heart. I fought so much for people to hear what I was hearing.” — Bamidele, Burns Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “Ah, àwọn jonzing wọn gbọdọ wọlé / O ri Tomiwa / Àwọn jonzing wọn gbọdọ wọlé.”

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    14. “Soke” (2014)

    From a lack of social infrastructure to poverty and the idea of suffering and smiling, Burna Boy gets political here.

    “It’s social commentary. Next level lyricism.” — Habeeb, Burna Boy fan since “Tonight.”

    Standout lyrics: “Now, moti lowo, ijo WA lese mi o.”

    13. “Streets of Africa” (2018)

    Here, Burna Boy wears his local pride and gets optimistic about being African.

    “I like ‘Streets of Africa’ because it’s fun and has this beautiful cockiness and pride in it.” — Titi, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “How can I not be happy all day? / I’m from the streets from Africa.”

    12. “Don Gorgon” (2014)

    This is just Burna Boy bragging about his swag.

    “It has one of the flyest music videos I have ever seen from Nigeria.” — Ore, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “Na she go denge, mo so fun tele / Gege shi gege.”

    11. “Common Person” (2022)

    In this song, Burna Boy sings for the masses and finding and protecting one’s joy even in tough times.

    “To me, this song is about self-love. I like it a lot.” — Doyin, Burna Boy fan since “On The Low.”

    Standout lyrics: “I be common person but my happiness still be my own o.”

    10. “Run My Race” (2013)

    This is one of the biggest hits from Burna Boy’s first album, L.I.F.E.

    “This was Burna Boy’s Versace fashion era. He was stunting on this track.” — Joseph, Burna Boy fan since “Run My Race.”

    Standout lyrics: “Daddy, daddy, kowo wole / Mummy, kowo wole.”

    9. “Won Da Mo” feat. D’Banj (2013)

    This song came out in 2013. Burna Boy and D’Banj were both Globacom ambassadors. It marks their only song together.

    “This is one of his best songs ever. It hits just as hard as it did when it first came out.” — David, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “Awon temi cover mi, won da mo.”

    8. “Gbona” (2019)

    This is Burna Boy, saying to the world that he’s hot and in demand—he’s on fire.

    “This song shows his skill level as a musician. So perfect. He has clearly mastered Fela’s Afrobeat, too. It’s clear in his fusion on this song.” — Deolu, Burna Boy fan since “Don Gorgon.”

    Standout lyrics: “You no get money, you dey call police / Me I dey laugh you gan ni.”

    7. “Ye” (2018)

    This is aspirational music at its finest. This is Burna Boy’s breakout song to the global audience.

    “This is the song that made me a Burna Boy fan.” — Bayo, Burna Boy fan since “Ye.”

    Standout lyrics: “Plenty, plenty, plenty suffer we dey face, just to make sure money dey.”

    6. “Anybody” (2019)

    The language here may be a bit aggressive, but this is Burna Boy’s way of waking up anyone who’s still sleeping on his or her potentials.

    “The groove on that song is just timeless. It mixes that old-school Afrobeats vibe with a fresh feel, and Burna Boy sounds so sure of himself on it. It’s like he’s speaking to everyone but still in his own world. Real Fela energy.” — Remi, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “Anybody wey no like to soji, knack am something ehnehn / Knack am something.”

    5. “Onyeka (Baby)” (2020)

    This is a love song that also gives a special nod to late Nigerian singer Onyeka Onwenu.

    “Difficult choice. I had to settle on ‘Onyeka (Baby)’ for how it modernises the highlife love song. The lyrics are playful and packed with Nigerian music references. The melody is percussion-led and just playful. Every now and then, I return to his Grammy’s performance of the song, phoning in from the National Theatre accompanied by joyous-looking drummers.” — Dami, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “You know Osondi Owendi eh.”

    4. “African Giant” (2019)

    This is the opening track of the eponymous African Giant album.

    “It makes me feel cocky.” — Braimoh, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “Many, many people don try am / You can’t test the African Giant.”

    3. “Heaven’s Gate” feat. Lily Allen (2018)

    This is one of the lead singles from Burna Boy’s Outside album, and it features U.K. singer Lily Allen.

    “You listen to this and feel invincible. Lily Allen really complemented Burna Boy’s energy on the jam. The way he incorporated patois in the flow and the bold delivery was perfect too.” — Uba, Burna Boy fan since “Won Da Mo” featuring D’Banj.

    Standout lyrics: “Anyway, I thought you was a gee, but you’re any snake.”

    2. “Like To Party” (2013)

    This is Burna Boy’s first mainstream hit—the one that introduced him to many fans.

    “My sister put me on this bop the summer it came out, and it has never left my summer playlist ever since.” — Nancy, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “So, I’m here with girl. Them that likes to party / And move some body.”

    1. “On The Low” (2019)

    This is the second single from Burna Boy’s fourth studio album African Giant.

    “It’s a really catchy tune. I had it on replay for weeks when it dropped. The video only served to solidify its place as my favourite from Burna Boy. The dance performance from the vixen tied the song together perfectly.” — Bobga, Burna Boy fan since “Like To Party.”

    Standout lyrics: “You know I feel a vibe, you feel a Vibe / So, baby whine it pon me.”

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  • From that rich kid shouting “E ma dami duro!” in 2011 to shutting down stadiums around the world, Davido has proven time and time again that he’s more than a hitmaker — he’s a cultural movement.

    Long before he said “We rise by lifting others,” his music was already lifting spirits and waistlines across the continent. Whether he’s singing about money, love, heartbreak, vibes, or straight-up balling, Davido has spent over a decade serving bangers that are impossible to ignore. His sound is loud, emotional, celebratory—and always unforgettable.

    And with collaborators ranging from Chris Brown to Angelique Kidjo, OBO didn’t just step onto the global stage—he made it his playground.

    But beyond the sold-out shows, streaming plaques, and endless quotables, we had to ask: what are the greatest Davido songs of all time?

    To find out, we turned to the real experts—the fans. From day-one stans to curious newcomers, we gathered opinions, memories, and heated takes to curate the definitive ranking of Davido’s forty best songs ever.

    Here are the 40 greatest Davido songs of all time, ranked by his fans:

    40. “One Thing” (2019)

    Davido will give you jams to turn up to, but on this track off his A Good Time album, he dials down the energy and ramps up the emotion.

    “Davido sings the song with so much passion.” — Bamidele, Davido fan since “Back When” featuring Naeto C.

    Standout lyrics: “Wetin instablog wan talk again?”

    39. “For the Road” (2023)

    This is Davido in a sensual mood. Unpopular song on his Timeless album, but it works if you’re into mid-tempo groove.

    “It’s a relatable song.” — Yemi, Davido fan since “Back When” featuring Naeto C.

    Standout lyrics: “Life can be up and down but what can you do?”

    38. “Animashaun” feat. Yonda (2019)

    This is the closing track on Davido’s A Good Time album.

    “This is a sexy song.” — Peace, Davido fan since “Dami Duro.”

    Standout lyrics: “Animashaun, ofe ni’gbala / Gboro Oluwa.”

    37. “Sunlight” (2020)

    This is one of the first two songs that Napji produced for Davido. He sings about his usual romantic affairs. It has one of the most distinctive productions on his A Better Time album.

    “It’s one of the most slept on songs on his A Better Time album. It’s too good to be underrated.” — Shola, Davido fan since Dami Duro.

    Standout lyrics: “I look to your face, say ‘Oh my God.’”

    36. “Owo Ni Koko” (2014)

    Davido flirts with the South African house music sound on this jam about the importance of money. In short, what Davido is saying here is, “money talks, bullshit walks.”

    “Davido made a good summer jam with this. It’s on my annual summer playlist.” — Yele, Davido fan since “Ekuro.”

    Standout lyrics: “Na if you dance like Michael Jackson o / Omo yen ko Kan mi.”

    35. Gbagbe Oshi (2016)

    This is the first track on Davido’s Son of Mercy EP.

    “This is the song that made me a Davido fan.” — Akinyemi, Davido fan since “Gbagbe Oshi.”

    Standout lyrics: “O fa’gbada yo, o fa gele yo / O fi’jo si, o fe se mo.”

    34. “Holy Ground” feat. Nicki Minaj (2020)

    This song is sultry and exudes a sensual aura, the kind one would expect from a song with Nicki Minaj. She joins the extensive list of American rappers Davido has featured. 

    “The song has a dope vibe. It’s the type you can use to tease your babe.”

    — Alfred, Davido fan since Omo Baba Olowo: The Genesis album.

    Standout lyrics: “You call me brother, I call her sister too.”

    33. “Feel Alright” feat. Ice Prince (2012)

    This is Davido and Ice Prince’s only song together.

    “This is Davido in his R&B bag. The feature is complimentary. Ice Prince dropped a dope rap verse. It’s simple, sweet and still very emotional.” — Marv, Davido fan since “All of You.”

    Standout lyrics: “Pass me your love, make I feel alright.”

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    32. “Video” (2012)

    This is almost an unknown song from Davido, but it’s a baller’s anthem on his debut album. The beat is bouncy, loud, and groovy.

    “My favourite Davido song ever is ‘Video’ off his debut album [Omo Baba Olowo: The Genesis]. The song is just different. The way he flows on that beat is crazy.” —Soji, Davido fan since “Back When” featuring Naeto C.

    Standout lyrics: “She say I dey act pompous but dem know say na we dey ball / We no Dey look their eyes at all.”

    31. “AWAY” (2024)

    Davido delivers an unforgettable fusion of Amapiano and pop. Here, he continues his Amapiano tribute that shows on his new album, FIVE.

    “It is a banger!” — David, Davido fan since “Back When” featuring Naeto C.

    Standout lyrics: “Whatever you do, hope say you dey make the rabba.”

    30. “Gbon Gbon” (2012)

    A hidden gem off his debut album O.B.O: The Genesis, “Gbon Gbon” is a smooth, infectious blend of Afrobeats and dancehall that sounds like it was made for house parties and rooftop hangouts. It’s Davido in his early lover-boy era, and he makes it work with ease.

    “It was a fresh and new sound when it came out. No other song in Davido’s catalogue sounds like that.” — Segun, Davido fan since “Back When” featuring Naeto C.

    Standout lyrics: “She say she dey lonely, she want to gbon gbon me.”

    29. “I Got A Friend” feat. Mayorkun, Sho Madjozi (2020)

    This is the appreciation jam Davido made for his friends and associates.

    “This is a song for real niggas.” — Khaleeq, Davido fan since “All Of You.”

    Standout lyrics: “I got a friend now / He gives me money.”

    28. “Return” (2017)

    This song is an honest admission about a woman Davido is seeing. This is his way of saying he’ll be a perfect gentleman for her.

    “It’s ‘Return’ on his Son of Mercy EP. Tough choice, but it’s a song that makes me smile a lot.” — Seun Olubunmi, Davido fan since “Back When” featuring Naeto C.

    Standout lyrics: “Ojo to ro l’ale ana yen o mu’nu mi dun.”

    27. “Intro” (2019)

    Like the title suggests, this track is the first on Davido’s A Good Time album (2019).

    “I love every intro track on Davido’s albums, but this is his best one.” — Toye, Davido fan since “All Of You.”

    Standout lyrics: “New bro go sweep better.”

    26. “Gobe” (2013)

    This is a Davido party-starter rumoured to be a version of a song of the same title by an artist called Password. A banger still.

    “‘Gobe’ is my favourite Davido song of all time. He seemed to be having so much fun with that one. He didn’t try to prove anything. It was also one of the first times he seemed to attempt choreography. The video is fun, the storyline is giving and the song is so amazing. It’s still like drugs to my brain whenever I hear it.” — Faith Oshoko, Davido fan since “Dami Duro.”

    Standout lyrics: “I can tell your every action is a ploy to get down with this bobo.”

    25. “La La” featuring Ckay (2020)

    This song is a dance track, with Davido and CKay trading playful lines over a groovy instrumental. The chorus is super catchy and feels like something you’d blast during a road trip with friends.

    “The song makes me feel fly. Just the melodies. Davido also gets really engaging when he shouts.” — Oyedele, Davido fan since “Back When” featuring Naeto C.

    Standout lyrics: “This your kurukere waka / I go scatter my dada.”

    24. “Funds” feat. Chike & OdumoduBlvck (2025)

    The song has been a top performer, spending multiple weeks at number one on the Official Nigeria Top 100. It’s also one of the singles before Davido’s FIVE album came out.

    “A fascinating thing about it is that, you might fuck with it at first, but in no time, you’re already singing the song.” — Dapo, Davido fan since “Owo Ni Koko.”

    Standout lyrics: “I suppose relocate but I go buy Belgium.”

    23. “Stand Strong” feat. Sunday Service Choir (2022)

    When Davido released “Stand Strong,” it marked a moment of reflection, growth, and resilience. Teaming up with Kanye West’s Sunday Service Choir, he opened up like never before, giving fans a rare glimpse into the battles behind the spotlight.

    “I like the song because everything he said resonates with me personally in my own life journey, even though I haven’t made it yet.” — Victor, Davido fan since “Back When” featuring Naeto C.

    Standout lyrics: “You see the money, the fame and the success / But you really don’t know what’s going on in my life / No pleasure comes from pain / This thing dey burst my brain but it’s all love / My fears are easier to face now.”

    22. “Jowo” (2020)

    An emotional love ballad that showcases Davido’s softer side, “Jowo” is smooth, heartfelt, and endlessly replayable. The music video, which features Big Brother Naija alum Nengi Hampson, added extra buzz and made the song even more unforgettable.

    “I like it because the song holds [romantic] memories for me.” — Esther, Davido fan since “UNAVAILABLE.”

    Standout lyrics: “Look into my eyes oh baby, jowo!”

    21. “Ekuro” (2012)

    This is one of Davido’s early fan favourites. He compares his love to the persevering nature of the palm kernel, insinuating that he’ll stay with us lover till the end.

    “It was the song I listened to the most the year it came out.” — Francis, Davido fan since “Back When” featuring Naeto C.

    Standout lyrics: “Ekuro lalabaku ewa / Bojo n ro, borun n ran.”

    20. “NO COMPETITION” feat. Asake (2023)

    This is Davido and Asake’s first collaboration.

    “I have always wanted a Davido and Asake collaboration since 2022, and they gave me!” — Dammy, Davido fan since “Like Dat.”

    Standout lyrics: “No competition for my baby, oh.”

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    19. “Blow My Mind” with Chris Brown (2019)

    This is Davido’s first collaboration with American singer Chris Brown.

    “The sync with Breezy is crazy.” — Nonso, Davido fan since “Dami Duro.”

    Standout lyrics: “Never waste your time, never let you go.”

    18. “Holy Water” feat. Victony & Musa Keys (2025)

    This track is among the chart-toppers from Davido’s newly released album, FIVE. In its first week of release, it ranked number 19 on the Billboard US Afrobeats Songs Chart.

    “It’s a catchy song from the jump. It doesn’t grow on you. I love the hook too.”  — Adeyinka, Davido fan since “Aye.”

    Standout lyrics: “Pick one, pick two, last card, check up.”

    17. “Fade” feat. Bella Shmurda (2020)

    Davido and Bella Shmurda reflect their faith and spirituality here. Afrobeats but with gospel undertones.

    “The beat, the message, Bella’s verse and vocals, Davido’s bridge, and the adlibs are great. To be honest, it’s just a feel-good song.“ — Laura, Davido fan since “Back When” featuring Naeto C.

    Standout lyrics: “Me I no fit run away from God, if not I go fade away.”

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    16. “Kante” feat. Fave (2023)

    This song isn’t only sensual, vulnerable and effortlessly catchy, it’s an outstanding collaboration between Davido and rising star Fave. This track showcases their chemistry.

    “I love Fave so much. This is one of her best performances. Davido gave her all the space to shine.” — Lasile, Davido fan since “Ekuro.”

    Standout lyrics: “You move your legs like this and that / You can’t drive away the pleasure.”

    15. “OVER DEM” (2023)

    This song opens his Timeless 2023 album.

    “It has Davido in one of his most confident days. On a personal level, it’s a like confidence booster for me.” — Favour, Davido fan since “If.”

    Standout lyrics: “If dem wan turn Goliath, I be David for life.”

    14. “Be There Still” (2025)

    Davido steps into full confidence mode on this track, oozing self-assurance and star power. It’s a bold declaration: while others fade, he’ll still be standing tall. The energy is braggadocious, unapologetic, and 100% peak Davido.

    “It makes me dance and happy. I love singing to my friends too.” — Timi, Davido fan since “Bhad Baddo Baddest.”

    Standout lyrics: “Many go come, many go go, I’ll be there still.”

    13. “10 Kilo” (2025)

    Davido is effortlessly in love here, using simple language and relatable phrases to express his love. “10 Kilo” stands out as one of the best tracks on FIVE (2025).

    “This is the most I have enjoyed a Davido song in a very long time. He’s so passionate in the song. I love it so much.” — Tope, Davido fan since “Feel Alright.”

    Standout lyrics: “See your body, make me wan go gyrate / I no fit concentrate, ah / Orobo ten kilo.”

    12. “The Best” (2020)

    One of the standout Davido and Mayorkun collaborations during Mayorkun’s time under Davido Music Worldwide (DMW), “The Best” is a smooth, confident track about knowing your worth. Their chemistry shines, making it a fan favourite and a DMW classic.

    “The song and the music video are cheesy. Music that fun really gets me.” — Malik, Davido fan since “Owo Ni Koko.”

    Standout lyrics: “Shey you sing pass Wande Coal? Pele.”

    11. “FEM” (2020)

    Davido is in full commando mode, firing warning shots at his haters and everyone who’s had his name in their mouth. It dropped as a lead single off his A Better Time album and quickly became more than just a song. It turned into a viral and cultural moment and the ultimate clap back anthem.

    “You know how there are songs for people with bad energy. This is one of them. Davido was open here. He talked his shit and I respect him for it.” — Nma, Davido fan since “Back When” featuring Naeto C.

    Standout lyrics: “Why you con dey para, para, para, para for me?”

    10. “Risky” feat. Popcaan (2018)

    Teaming up with Jamaican dancehall star Popcaan, Davido takes us on a breezy, tropical journey where love is the ultimate gamble. Smooth, infectious, and effortlessly cool, “Risky” remains their only collaboration—and it’s a certified hit.

    “I love how he was somehow able to turn a ‘flop’ freestyle into an absolute banger, and the beat is crazy.” — Runjozi, Davido fan since “Dami Duro.”

    Standout lyrics: “Big waist, fine face / Ten days, I don dey wait for you my chargie.”

    9. “Assurance”

    Davido dedicates this song to his wife, Chioma Adeleke. She also features in the music video.

    “This song is different from his other love songs. He’s clearly in love here and the song is for his babe.” — Kenny, Davido fan since “Gobe.”

    Standout lyrics: “When money entre, love is sweeter.”

    8. “Flora My Flawa” (2018)

    This song showcases a softer, more romantic side of Davido. He reminds his love interest and listeners that sometimes, love is all about being present.

    “The song has the most absurd metaphors used unrepentantly. I love the rebellion.” — ‘Joba, Davido fan since “Back When” featuring Naeto C.

    Standout lyrics: “If you say I’m good for nothing, therefore you’re bad for something.”

    7. “Dami Duro” (2011)

    Before the number-one hits, international collabs, private jets, and Timeless tours, there was “Dami Duro.” This was the song that announced Davido to the world.

    “This is the first time I heard Davido. I fell in love with his music and swag immediately. I have been a fan since, and I love almost every song. But this song is the genesis for me. Classic in my opinion.” — Nonso, Davido fan since “Dami Duro.”

    Standout lyrics: “Na my money money oh, kpokpokpokpo.”

    6. All Of You (2012)

    This is Davido in full chest-thumping, middle-finger-raising and “I’ve arrived” mode. Tucked into his debut album Omo Baba Olowo: The Genesis, this song is a bold and cocky statement of intent that only a 19-year-old rich freshly-minted pop star would deliver without blinking.

    “A song doesn’t get more braggadocious than that. I absolutely love it.” — Dinho, Davido fan since “Back When” featuring Naeto C.

    Standout lyrics: “All my fans make me bigger than / Because of them I’m bigger than some of you, some of you / Actually, I’m bigger than all of you, all of you.”

    5. “With You” feat. Omah Lay (2025)

    Davido made history on Spotify Nigeria with this single as the highest streaming first week for a song on Spotify. In its first week, it recorded 4.98 million streams and surpassed the previous record set by Davido’s “Funds” which features Chike and OdumoduBlvck.

    “It’s the Davido song that I’m feeling right now. I love it.” — Abiola, Davido fan since “Ekuro.”

    Standout lyrics: “Sweet Fanta Diallo, I no fit forget you o.”

    4. “Aye” (2014)

    Davido sings about being in love with a woman who doesn’t care for material things. She wants affection, loyalty and dedication. Not Ferraris or designers.

    “I loved the song when it came out, but the music video doubled my love for it. It’s one of his distinctive songs.” — Grace, Davido fan since “Ekuro.”

    Standout lyrics: “They say love blind but I dey see am for your eyes o.“

    3. “Fia” (2017)

    This is a frustrated love anthem that came from the heart of someone whose last ounce of patience just ran out. No heartbreak song by Davido has ever been this catchy.

    “I don’t have a specific reason why I love it; I just remember playing it an unhealthy number of times when it dropped. It’s a great song obviously. And it tells a story. The hook is elite, one of his best. The intensity in the delivery is just as special as the record itself.” — Philemon, Davido fan since “Dami Duro.”

    Standout lyrics: “I love you no mean say if you say make I put one hand for fire, I go out hand for fire ooo.”

    2. “Like Dat” (2017)

    “Like Dat” came out the same year as “Fia” and “If,” making it part of Davido’s untouchable 2017 run. He was stacking hits, and “Like Dat” kept that momentum going. Davido also credited Teni Makanaki as the songwriter.

    “I love the flow. It’s just so random and the lamba is really sweet.” — Titilayo, Davido fan since “Ekuro.”

    Standout lyrics: “Hossana sussana sutana / Sister life is deeper / Deeper life is sister.”

    1. “If” (2017)

    “If” is produced and written by singer-producer Tekno. It’s a comeback song after his Son of Mercy EP flopped.

    “I can do everything with this song. I can listen while having fun. I can sing the lyrics to my babe. I can sing it for vibes, too. It’s a complete Afrobeats jam.” — Toba, Davido fan since “All Of You.”

    Standout lyrics: “If I tell you say I love you o, my money, my body na your own o, baby.”

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