Nigerian music star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has released his first single of 2026, I Know Who I Be, giving fans a fresh taste of his sound after a quiet period of solo releases.
The highly anticipated track, which arrived on Friday, features South African artistes Jazzwrld and GL_Ceejay.
Davido announced the release through his official social media pages, confirming that the song is now available on major streaming services, including Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube Music.
The release of I Know Who I Be signals the award-winning singer’s return with new music in 2026 and has already generated excitement among fans eager to hear his latest project.
Davido Teams Up With South African Talents
One of the highlights of I Know Who I Be is Davido’s collaboration with rising South African artiste Jazzwrld. The song also features GL_Ceejay, adding another layer to the cross-border collaboration.
The project marks the first time Davido and Jazzwrld have worked together, bringing together Nigerian and South African musical influences in a high-energy record designed to appeal to audiences across Africa and beyond.
The collaboration reflects the growing connection between artistes from both countries, with African musicians increasingly joining forces to create music that resonates globally.
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First Official Release of the Year
The arrival of I Know Who I Be makes it Davido’s first official single of 2026 after a period in which the singer had relatively few solo releases.
Known for delivering chart-topping hits throughout his career, Davido continues to maintain his position as one of Africa’s most influential music stars.
Fans have already begun streaming the new song across digital platforms, with many expecting it to become one of the standout Afrobeats releases of the year.
