Davido’s Timeless Surpasses 500 Million Streams on Spotify.

It’s no news of how much of a global superstar Davido is, and with every musical project he puts out, it becomes more and more known to a wider audience. One of those big time project has been his latest album “Timeless”. The Timeless album stands as an iconic project in the Afrobeats scene which solidifies Davido’s position as one of Nigeria’s most influential musicians.

Released on March 31, 2023, the album was highly anticipated after Davido’s brief break from the music scene, and it didn’t disappoint as it earned critical and commercial success. Timeless features a mix of sounds that smoothly blends Afrobeats, Amapiano, and Afro-pop, showcasing Davido’s versatility and growth as an artist. The album includes hit tracks like “Unavailable” featuring Musa Keys, “Feel,” and “Champion Sound” with Focalistic, each contributing to the project’s wide-reaching appeal.

The album’s success has gone beyond Africa borders as Timeless reached an impressive 500 million streams. This achievement marks a major personal milestone for Davido, making Timeless his first album to surpass this massive streaming figure. The album’s performance also marks a milestone in Nigerian music history, becoming the 13th Nigerian album to amass over 500 million streams.

The massive streaming numbers isn’t the only impressive feat about the album as Timeless also debuted at number 2 on the Billboard World Albums chart, while the lead single “Unavailable” gained popularity on TikTok and other social media platforms which further increased its reach. Davido’s impressive collaborations with artists like Asake, Fave, and The Cavemen contributed to the album’s sound variety and appeal. The project combines dance-worthy beats with reflective lyrics, touching on themes of love, celebration, and resilience which are familiar themes that millions of music lovers even beyond Africa can relate.

The album’s milestone of 500 million streams not only shows off Davido’s massive fanbase but also marks a new era for Nigerian music on the global stage. It also highlights the growing power and influence of Afrobeats as a genre.