Davido Tips Asake, Rema, and Omah Lay for GOAT Status

In a revealing livestream that has sent ripples through the global music community, Afrobeats titan Davido has officially named the artists he believes will inherit the mantle of greatness. Appearing on a high-energy broadcast with popular streamer Carter Efe on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, the DMW boss looked beyond the current “Big 3” era—comprising himself, Wizkid, and Burna Boy—to identify the next generation of “Greatest of All Time” (GOAT) contenders. Without hesitation, Davido tipped Asake, Rema, and Omah Lay as the trio destined to redefine the genre’s legacy.

The endorsement comes at a time of immense global expansion for African music. Davido noted that his selection was rooted in the exceptional consistency and international impact of the three artists. “Asake, Omah Lay, and Rema are the next GOATs of Afrobeats,” he declared, specifically highlighting their ability to dominate charts far beyond the shores of Nigeria. During the session, he spoke with visible pride about seeing them “killing it” in the United States, admitting that maintaining such high-level global visibility is an arduous task that they have handled with remarkable poise.

While his prediction focused on the male vanguard, Davido was careful to acknowledge the parallel success of female powerhouses. He gave honorary mentions to Tems and Ayra Starr, noting that while the “GOAT” conversation often centers on specific rivalries, the entire ecosystem is currently thriving. For Davido, the rise of these artists isn’t just a personal win for them, but a validation of the path blazed by his own generation. He described Omah Lay as a “brother” and expressed deep personal affection for both Rema and Asake’s creative output.

The interview also touched on Davido’s own aspirations as he continues to push his creative boundaries. When questioned about his “bucket list” of musical partnerships, the singer revealed a long-standing desire to work with Barbadian billionaire and fashion mogul Rihanna. He expressed confidence that a collaboration between the two would produce “dope music,” while also citing American R&B star Kehlani as another artist he is eager to join forces with in the studio.

As Davido’s latest album, 5ive, continues to rack up millions of streams and Grammy nods, his role as a tastemaker and elder statesman of the genre has never been more evident. By publicly passing the torch to Asake, Rema, and Omah Lay, he has set the stage for a new narrative in Afrobeats—one where the pressure of the “Big 3” gives way to a broader, more diverse field of global superstars.