Davido Announces Sixth Studio Album 'ORIADÉ', Set for July 31 Release

Davido Announces Sixth Studio Album 'ORIADÉ', Set for July 31 Release

Afrobeats superstar Davido has officially announced that his sixth studio album, ORIADÉ, will be released on July 31, 2026, marking another major milestone in a career that has spanned 15 years. The announcement, made through his social media platforms, immediately sparked excitement among fans, many of whom have been waiting to see what the award-winning singer would deliver after the success of his previous project, 5ive.

Davido unveiled the album with a cinematic teaser inspired by Yoruba culture and royalty. Accompanied by the words, "The kingdom expands. Chosen long before the throne," the video introduced ORIADÉ as more than just another album, hinting at a project deeply rooted in identity, legacy and personal growth.

The title ORIADÉ combines two Yoruba words—"Ori," meaning head or destiny, and "Adé," meaning crown. Together, they convey the idea of a destiny fulfilled and a life crowned with purpose, themes many fans believe reflect Davido's remarkable journey from a rising Nigerian artist to one of Africa's biggest global music exports.

The forthcoming project follows the release of "I Know Who I Be," Davido's latest single, which has continued to build anticipation for the album. While details about featured artists and the full tracklist remain under wraps, expectations are already high as listeners look forward to another project capable of producing chart-topping hits.

With the countdown officially underway, ORIADÉ is expected to become one of the most talked-about African music releases of the year. Whether it introduces a new sound or builds on Davido's signature Afrobeats style, fans across Nigeria and beyond will be watching closely when the album arrives at the end of July.