Davido’s ‘ORIADÉ’: A Crown for 15 Years of Afrobeats Royalty – Tracklist, Features & Review

Davido’s ‘ORIADÉ’: A Crown for 15 Years of Afrobeats Royalty – Tracklist, Features & Review

Nigerian music royalty Davido is ushering in a new chapter in his illustrious career with the release of his sixth album, ‘ORIADÉ,’ on July 31, 2026.

The project marks a significant milestone, celebrating his 15th year in the industry while signaling a creative evolution with its shortest album to date .

The album title, a compound of the Yoruba words ‘Ori’ (destiny) and ‘Adé’ (crown), translates to “crowned destiny” or “fulfilled purpose” . According to Davido, this project represents a return to his roots and a tribute to the journey that has cemented his status as a global Afrobeats icon .

“For Oriadé, I wanted to get back to my roots. It’s a title that refers to your destiny, and so I wanted to pay tribute to my journey so far on the album, as well as take it into the future,” he told Apple Music .

 A New, Concise Chapter

For the first time in his career, a Davido album does not feature 17 tracks. ‘ORIADÉ’ comprises 13 tracks, a deliberate move to create a tighter body of work . This departure from his usual format marks a new era for the award-winning megastar, offering a more curated listening experience.

The Official Tracklist & Features

The album boasts a star-studded lineup of African and global talents, blending the sounds of the continent with international R&B and pop influences .

Here is the complete tracklist :

1.  On The Road

2.  **Amazing Grace (featuring Black Sherif)

3.  Julie

4.  Constantly

5.  I Know Who I Be (featuring JAZZWRLD & GL_Ceejay)

6.  Gimme Dat Ting (featuring NO11)

7.  B4 B4 (featuring Mayorkun & Fola)

8.  Already Falling

9.  Tell Everybody (featuring Leon Thomas)

10. Yaya (featuring Aya Nakamara)

11. Zanzibar

12. Guide

13. My Light (featuring Llona)

Inside the Music: Standout Tracks & Collaborations

The album explores a diverse sonic landscape. Davido has previously released two singles that offer a glimpse into the project’s energy:

– “I Know Who I Be” (feat. JAZZWRLD & GL_Ceejay): This track features the South African pair and serves as a reflection on Davido’s 15-year career . The accompanying music video holds a special significance, shot in his childhood home .

– “Gimme Dat Ting” (feat. NO11): This tune fuses Afrobeats and Amapiano, celebrating ambition and success. Davido has praised NO11 as “one of the new sensations going crazy in Africa right now” .

Other key highlights include:

– “Yaya” (feat. Aya Nakamura): This collaboration with the French-Malian superstar blends Afrobeats with Francophone style, a direct nod to Davido’s expanding fanbase in French-speaking regions .

– “Tell Everybody” (feat. Leon Thomas): A big R&B track born from a chance meeting at the Grammy Awards, showing Davido’s seamless connection with American R&B .

– “Amazing Grace” (feat. Black Sherif): This marks a highly anticipated link-up between the Nigerian icon and the Ghanaian rapper, with Davido praising Blacko’s unique style .

– “Already Falling”: Described as a “part two” to his hit ‘Assurance,’ this track is a heartfelt dedication to his wife .

A World Tour on the Horizon

Following the release of ‘ORIADÉ,’ Davido is set to embark on a world tour to support the project, mirroring the monumental success of his previous ‘5IVE’ tour . Pre-orders for the physical CD are already available, ensuring fans can own a piece of this historic release .

With ‘ORIADÉ,’ Davido delivers a project that is both a personal reflection and a party anthem. It’s a record for the heads, the heart, and the dancefloor, confirming his status as the “Baddest” as he enters his second decade of dominance.

You can listen to the full album on legal streaming/downloading platforms like;
Spotify, Apple Music, YoutTubeMusic and co.

Watch the Yoruba Oriki video clip of the album announcement below;