Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has officially kicked off his 2026 music campaign with the release of his highly anticipated new single, I Know Who I Be.
The track marks the award-winning singer’s first official release of the year and features South African artistes Jazzwrld and GL_Ceejay, highlighting the growing collaboration between African music talents across the continent.
Davido Announces New Song
The singer, whose real name is , announced the release of the song on his social media platforms on Friday.
The new single is now available on major streaming services, allowing fans worldwide to access the track across multiple digital platforms.
Cross-Border Collaboration Strengthens Afrobeats
I Know Who I Be brings together Nigerian and South African musical influences, reflecting the increasing integration of Africa’s music industry.
The song features contributions from South African artistes and , creating a vibrant sound that blends Afrobeats with contemporary Southern African rhythms.
Industry observers view the collaboration as another step in strengthening cultural and musical ties between two of Africa’s biggest entertainment markets.
Davido Returns with Fresh Music in 2026
The release also signals Davido’s return to solo music projects after a period with relatively few individual releases.
Known for chart-topping hits and international collaborations, the singer remains one of Africa’s most influential music exports, with a strong global fan base and billions of streams across digital platforms.
Fans had eagerly anticipated new material from the artiste, making I Know Who I Be one of the most talked-about Afrobeats releases of the year so far.
Song Available on Major Streaming Platforms
The release is expected to gain significant traction among Afrobeats fans and music lovers across Africa and beyond.
What ‘I Know Who I Be’ Means for Afrobeats
As Afrobeats continues to expand globally, collaborations between artists from different African countries are becoming increasingly common.
Music analysts believe projects like I Know Who I Be help broaden the genre’s reach, introduce new audiences to emerging talents, and reinforce Africa’s growing influence on the global music scene.
For Davido, the single represents a fresh chapter in 2026 and sets the tone for what could be another busy year for one of Nigeria’s biggest music stars.