Davido Reveals Origins of 'Dami Duro' Beat Amid Claims

Nigerian music artiste Sexy Steel claimed ownership of the beat for the hit song "Dami Duro," which launched David Adeleke, known as Davido, into the music industry. In an interview for an Afrobeat documentary, Davido explained that the foundation of the "Dami Duro" beat was indeed created for Sexy Steel in his Lagos studio in 2011.

As the production progressed, producer Shizzy contributed keys and overall production. Recognizing the beat's potential, Davido decided to retain it for himself, ultimately recording "Dami Duro," which became a defining Afrobeats anthem of the early 2010s.

While Sexy Steel initially raised the claim regarding the ownership and origins of the instrumental, Davido acknowledged its roots and clarified the transition of the beat into his breakout hit.