‘It’s a Game-Changer’ – Davido Speaks on Grammy Award New Role

• Nigerian music star Davido has described his new role as a Grammy Recording Academy voting member as “a game-changer.”

• He said the position gives him a voice in shaping the awards process and expressed honour at joining the global community of music professionals.

Nigerian superstar Davido has reacted following his acceptance as a voting member of the Recording Academy, the organisation behind the Grammy Awards.

As a voting member, the Afrobeats hitmaker joins a global community of music professionals who will determine the winners of the 2026 Grammy ceremony.

Speaking on his new role, Davido said, “Understanding the importance of how our voices are heard, I am participating in the GRAMMY Award process. It is a game-changer.

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“I have learned that voting empowers you to have a say in what is considered and voted on in each season. I am honoured to be part of the Recording Academy community, and I look forward to voting.”

Confirming his membership, the Recording Academy shared a video on Instagram featuring Davido alongside other members, writing: “Creating a song or an album takes heart, time, and dedication. That’s why Recording Academy members, including #Davido, #ravynlenae, #offsetyrn, #jessiereyez, #zacbrownband, #anneakikomeyers, #miles.minnick, #mayaelizabethmusic, #damiensneed, #damarismusica, and #stewart_copeland are sharing why your participation matters.”