Renowned Nigerian musician, Davido, has responded after the king of England, King Charles III, publicly expressed his admiration for his music and the impact it has had on him.
In a recently surfaced video, the British monarch was captured discussing his deep love for music and the significant role it has played in his life. He spoke passionately about how music can evoke emotions, uplift people in difficult times, and bring joy to listeners around the world.
During his speech, King Charles III highlighted the positive influence of music on mood and emotional well-being, stating that it has the power to provide comfort and happiness in both joyous and challenging moments.
The monarch specifically mentioned that he enjoys Davido’s music and appreciates the uniqueness of his sound. He further revealed that listening to Davido’s songs has increased his fondness for Pidgin English, a widely spoken informal language in Nigeria and parts of West Africa.
Expressing his enthusiasm, King Charles III stated that he looks forward to attempting to speak Pidgin English during his next visit to Nigeria, crediting Afrobeats and its global popularity for broadening his appreciation of the language and culture.
His words…
“Throughout my life, music has meant a great deal to me. It has that remarkable ability to bring happy memories, comfort us in times of sadness, and take us to distant places. Music brings us joy, and this is what I particularly want to share with you.
Davido has made me like Pidgin English. I would like to speak it when next I visit Nigeria. Thanks to Afrobeats, it’s becoming more popular around the world.”
Reacting to the heartwarming statement, Davido took to his Instagram page to acknowledge the recognition from the British monarch. He expressed his appreciation by sharing the video on his Instagram story and adding a heart emoji as a symbol of gratitude.
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