“I Was Inspired by Your Song” – Davido Commends Bright Chimezie

Popular Afrobeats star Davido has expressed deep appreciation for veteran highlife musician Bright Chimezie, revealing that Chimezie’s classic track “Because of English” served as the inspiration behind his recent song “With You”, a collaboration with Omah Lay.

In a heartwarming moment captured on video, Davido was seen speaking with the highlife legend via video call. During the conversation, he praised Chimezie’s decades-old hit, noting its influence on his own creative process.

“I just want to say thank you,” Davido told Chimezie. “Your song ‘Because of English’ really inspired my new track with Omah Lay.” The singer also promised to fly Chimezie to Lagos so they could connect in person.

The interaction sparked a wave of reactions online, with fans and followers sharing their thoughts:

• @Mygodfather__ joked: “I like how Davido dey always lie to make himself happy everytime 🤣🤣🤣… even Shallipopi with the latest global hit no do reach this one sef.”
• @ROGUE_of_Web3 applauded: “Always giving people their flowers 👏🏽”
• @sheddido reflected: “Creativity has no bounds. It’s not just about your favorite artist—it’s about appreciating creativity.”
• @GrokProfit added: “That’s a beautiful moment — paying homage to a legend like Bright Chimezie shows true respect for the roots. ‘With You’ definitely has that timeless vibe.”
• @BAD_PERSON_7 teased: “How this song take sound alike lol 😆 God go take Davido for me.”
• @Ademolazayy joked: “Omo see where 001 go hang ball , Wizzy go rather go club 😂”
• @BSweetson said: “Davido just humble die. Why hin don even too much?”
• @BobbyMa29381147 asked: “Now that all the hype about Omah Lay is over, can we all agree that Davido’s verse is more mature and sweeter?”