Popular Afrobeats star Davido has said he would rather see his children build their future outside the entertainment world.
PrimeTimes Nigeria reports that he made this known during an interview on The Breakfast Club, where he spoke about his family, his upbringing, and the kind of life he wants for his children. The singer explained that he prefers them to work in the businesses owned by his father, Deji Adeleke.
According to him, his decision is shaped by his own experience while trying to break into music. He recalled going through a tough period when his father did not support his choice at the beginning, which affected him deeply at the time. He said things only changed after it became clear that he was serious about his music career.
Davido added that working in his father’s companies would give his children a more stable and comfortable life compared to the struggles he faced while chasing success in the music industry.
He also spoke about the bond his father shares with his grandchildren, describing how much joy he sees whenever they spend time together, especially during family gatherings.
That moment made him reflect on what truly matters in life and influenced his thinking about his children’s future.
Despite his preference, the singer said he would not stop any of his children if they decide to follow a path in entertainment. He mentioned that one of his daughters already shows interest in music and performance, and he would support them if they choose that direction.
Davido said : “My kids should go and work with my dad. Every Christmas, my dad takes all the grandkids with him. And I could just see that upon all the things he has including multiple private jets and all that, his happiness is him seeing his grandchildren.
“And my father is single. So I just saw his happiness and I’m like meh, this is like what life is all about. My dad not wanting me in the entertainment really killed my joy until he saw that this boy is really adamant about doing this. I wouldn’t want to do that to my kids as well. My daughter is already singing and dancing.”