Davido Reveals Omah Lay Collaboration ‘With You’ Almost Didn’t Make ‘5ive’ Album

Afrobeats megastar Davido has revealed that With You, his chart-topping collaboration with Omah Lay, almost never saw the light of day.

In a recent interview on the American television network ABC, the singer made the surprising confession that the track was nearly cut from his fifth studio album, *5ive*.

“It almost didn’t make the album… Every time I remember I almost took it off the album, my heart starts beating,” Davido said, smiling at the thought of what could have been a missed opportunity.

 

From Almost Left Out to Global Anthem

Positioned as the 17th and final track on 5ive, With You was initially overlooked during the final album selection process. However, the decision to include it proved to be a brilliant move, as it quickly emerged as not only the project’s biggest hit but also one of the defining Afrobeats anthems of 2025.

“Shout out to Omah Lay. I am glad we were able to collaborate on a true African classic,” Davido added, paying tribute to the artistry of his fellow Nigerian star.

The track’s infectious melody, combined with heartfelt lyrics, resonated deeply with audiences, helping it dominate streaming charts across Africa, Europe, and North America.

 

A Showstopper on the 5 Alive Tour

Since the release of 5ive, Davido’s 5 Alive world tour has been crowned by the song “With You”. The energy reaches fever pitch whenever the music is performed live, with the most memorable moment so far being Davido’s sold-out show at the Scotiabank Arena in Canada, where he was joined on stage by Omah Lay.

The crowd’s thunderous reaction was a testament to the song’s massive appeal and the seamless chemistry between the two Afrobeats heavyweights.

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Record-Breaking Milestones

Davido’s ongoing 5 Alive tour has been nothing short of historic. The singer recently celebrated selling out 12 venues across North America, a feat marked by a special cake-cutting ceremony after his performance at the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Maryland, USA, on August 5th.

In true Davido style, the celebration didn’t stop there. The tour was briefly paused for one of the most talked-about events of the year, his lavish Miami wedding to long-time partner Chioma Rowland.

The high-profile ceremony drew an impressive guest list, including Africa’s richest man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, and Abia State Governor HE Alex Otti. The union marked yet another milestone in Davido’s whirlwind year of professional triumphs and personal happiness.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions [FAQs]

Q: Which album is ‘With You’ featured on?

A: The song is featured on Davido’s fifth studio album, 5ive.

Q: Why did Davido almost remove ‘With You’ from the album?

A: While Davido didn’t specify the exact reason, he admitted it was considered for removal during the final tracklist selection.

Q: How has ‘With You’ performed since its release?

A: The song has become the biggest hit from 5ive and one of the most successful Afrobeats records of 2025.

Q: What is the highlight of Davido’s 5 Alive tour so far?

A: One of the most notable moments was Davido and Omah Lay performing With You together at a sold-out concert in Canada’s Scotia Bank Arena.

Q: Who attended Davido’s wedding in Miami?

A: High-profile guests included Alhaji Aliko Dangote, Bukola Saraki, and Governor Alex Otti.