Afrobeats superstar Davido drops new album 5ive, featuring 17 tracks and global stars, currently topping the Apple Music charts
[dropcap]N[/dropcap]igerian Afrobeats superstar and Grammy nominee, Davido, has officially released his highly anticipated fifth studio album, 5ive.
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The album dropped in the early hours of April 18, 2025, and has already taken the streaming world by storm, currently ranking Number 1 on Apple Music Charts.
The release was confirmed via Davido’s label, 30BG Official, which posted: “Officially 5 album is out on all platforms. Thank you Davido for this masterpiece.”
5ive features a global roster of artists including Victoria Monét, Shenseea, 450, Victony, Musa Keys, Chris Brown, Becky G, Odumodublvck, Chike, Omah Lay, Tayc, and Dadju.
“Officially 5ive album is out on all platforms. Thank you Davido for this masterpiece.” – 30BG Official
The album contains 17 tracks, blending Afrobeats, R&B, dancehall, and highlife influences in a rich sonic tapestry that has been widely praised as a landmark achievement for the genre.
While Davido has yet to post about the release on his personal social media handles, he recently revealed that he co-produced several tracks on the album — a creative move that has excited fans and critics alike.
The release also follows news of Davido’s new partnership with PlayStation on a special PS5 collaboration, marking another bold step in the artist’s cross-industry presence.
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Early listener reactions describe 5ive as “the greatest and best Afrobeats project yet”, a sentiment echoed across social media and streaming reviews.
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