Grammy: Davido Breaks Silence on Award Loss in Los Angeles, “With or Without It, You’re a Winner”
- Davido has reacted to his Grammy loss to South African singer Tyla in the Best African Music category
- In his post, he shared photos from the award ceremony and sent a message to his fans about his decision
- His trusted aide, Israel DMW, also commented on the post, stating a decision he took on behalf of his boss
Afrobeats singer David Adeleke, better known as Davido, has reacted to his Grammy loss at the 68th edition of the awards held in Los Angeles.
The music star was nominated in the Best African Music category at the recently concluded ceremony and was seen attending the event alongside his wife and his sister, Sharon.
Source: Instagram
After he lost the award to South African singer Tyla, criticism trailed the outcome, while several celebrities also reacted to the news.
In a post shared on his Instagram page, Davido shared lovely photos he took with his wife at the award ceremony. According to him, God is still on his side despite the loss. He ended the post with a praying emoji and musical symbols.
Israel DMW reacts to Grammy Award outcome
Reacting in the comment section, Davido’s trusted aide, Israel Afeare, popularly known as Israel DMW, shared his opinion on the Grammy Awards.
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He stated that the award is deeply rooted in politics and claimed it should no longer be taken seriously. He added that future nominations would no longer be honoured.
Fans react to Davido’s post
Fans of the superstar expressed pride in him and congratulated him despite the loss. Many stated that with or without the Grammy, Davido remains a winner and that the love people have for him runs deep.
Some fans also echoed Israel DMW’s stance, stating that they would boycott future award ceremonies. Others encouraged Davido, noting that American singer and actress Diana Ross received several Grammy nominations without winning but is still regarded as a legend.
Here is Davido's Instagram post below:
What fans said about Davido's post
Reactions have trailed the post made by the music star about his Grammy loss. Here are comments below:
@ayobakar_ shared:
"Grammy or not, we lit!!! You na winner! We boycotting those MF!."
@obaksolo commented:
"Congratulations, you won the hearts and your people showed love. That's ultimate 001."
@bugzydvinci reacted:
"God is always with you, you’re a big star, make your guys no Dey make am be like say you no be Baba! Diana Ross has 13 nominations and 0 Grammy and she’s a legend."
@wahalaroom reacted:
"We love Davido with or without Grammy! OBO you are a winner, Wetting those granny abi Brandy know!! We you you baddest."
@dkokopee wrote:
"David you are who you think you are, your push they inspire all of us, continue to spoil their Gen."
@isrealdmw said:
"Let dem go of with their Grammy of deep politics. We will no longer honour future invitations."
Asake celebrates Grammy nomination
Legit.ng had reported that Nigerian singer Asake got a Grammy nomination in the 2024 and he coulndt keep calm about his feat.
He was nominated as for the Grammy Award in the Best African Music Performance category. Reacting to his feat in a viral video online, the singer decided to celebrate his achievement at a movie location by popping a drink.
Some ladies were in the background cheering him up and filming him as he marks his achievement.
Source: Legit.ng
