Davido Credits P-Square for Inspiring His Music Career

Afrobeats superstar Davido revealed in a recent interview with the BBC that the iconic music duo P-Square, consisting of twin brothers Peter and Paul Okoye, significantly inspired his journey into music. He recalled how he proudly spoke about P-Square during his school days, emphasizing their achievements as evidence that African artists could attain global success.

Davido noted that P-Square’s international collaborations, including their work with Snoop Dogg and friendships with Kanye West, instilled confidence in him and many other young Nigerian artists. He stated, “P-Square inspired me,” and acknowledged that their ability to break barriers internationally motivated him and his peers to aspire for greater dreams.

P-Square is recognized as one of Africa’s most influential music groups, and their success has played a crucial role in the global rise of Afrobeats, inspiring a generation of stars, including Davido, Wizkid, and Rema.