Davido Announces Cobhams Asuquo As Musical Director For ‘5ive Alive’ Tour
Davido Appoints Cobhams Asuquo as Musical Director for ‘5ive Alive’ World Tour
Grammy-nominated Afrobeats superstar Davido has officially named renowned Nigerian producer and songwriter Cobhams Asuquo as the musical director for his highly anticipated ‘5ive Alive’ world tour.
The announcement was made via a video shared on Davido’s official Instagram page, where the singer praised Asuquo’s exceptional musicality and expressed excitement about bringing him on board. The tour will see Davido perform in nearly 20 major arenas across the globe, marking another major milestone in his international career.
Cobhams, a celebrated figure in the Nigerian music industry known for his genius in composition, arrangement, and live production, also expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration.
“Today is the first time I heard what he’s been working on, and I’m blown away,” Asuquo said in the video. “It’s time to get to work and start rehearsing.”
The collaboration comes on the heels of the release of Davido’s fifth studio album, “5ive,” which dropped on April 18. The 17-track project is a sonic journey that showcases Davido’s versatility and global appeal. It features a blend of Afrobeat, dancehall, R&B, and amapiano influences, with contributions from international stars such as Chris Brown, Becky G, Shensea, and 450, as well as African acts like Musa Keys, Victony, Odumodublvck, Chike, and Omah Lay.
Standout tracks from the album include “5ive,” “Anything,” “Be There Still,” and “Holy Water,” which have already garnered millions of streams across platforms.
With Cobhams Asuquo steering the musical direction of the tour, fans can expect an elevated live experience that fuses Davido’s chart-topping energy with masterful arrangements and a polished sound. The '5ive Alive' tour promises not only to showcase Davido’s global hits but also to spotlight African excellence in music production and performance.
As excitement builds, both fans and industry insiders are watching closely to see what this powerful collaboration will bring to the stage.