Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido took to X to congratulate fellow artist Skales on his recent career resurgence, sparked by the viral revival of his 2015 hit “Shake Body.” In the post, Davido advises Skales to “milk” the moment and warns him against returning to Nigeria, suggesting that many artists are envious of his current spotlight. This interaction not only showcases the camaraderie and competition within the Afrobeats industry but also underscores Skales’ remarkable comeback.
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SKALOOO NO COME NAIJA OOO …MANY ARTIST WEY DEY LAFF WAN DEY UR POSITION!! MILK AM TILL ITS PEAK (see punchline) ! @youngskales ! CONGRATS AGAIN U DESERVE AM! https://t.co/Y7GzLXDLPE
— Davido (@davido) May 6, 2025
Davido’s X post, shared at 23:04 UTC on May 6, 2025, reads: “SKALOOO NO COME NAIJA OOO …MANY ARTIST WEY DEY LAFF WAN DEY UR POSITION!! MILK AM TILL ITS PEAK (see punchline) ! @youngskales ! CONGRATS AGAIN U DESERVE AM!”
Skales, known for his 2015 hit “Shake Body,” experienced a career revival in 2025, a decade after the song’s initial release. According to a GistLover article from April 30, 2025, the resurgence was fueled by a viral clip of FC Barcelona players dancing to the track after a 3-2 victory over Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final. Skales himself described this moment as a “fresh start,” saying on X, “I Feel Like My Life Just Restarted Again.”
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The video shared by HYPETRIBE shows Skales embracing his newfound fame, wearing a FC Barcelona jersey with the Spotify logo, a nod to the team’s sponsor and the platform amplifying his music globally. This resurgence highlights the enduring power of Afrobeats, a genre that blends Yoruba music, highlife, funk, jazz, and soul, as noted in a Wikipedia entry on Afrobeat. Skales’ story also reflects how global platforms like X and viral moments in sports can breathe new life into an artist’s career.
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For Afrobeats fans, Davido’s post is more than just a congratulatory note—it’s a window into the genre’s competitive yet supportive spirit. Skales’ comeback shows that talent, paired with the right moment, can lead to a second chance in the industry. Meanwhile, Davido’s message underscores the importance of seizing opportunities in a fast-moving music landscape. Whether Skales takes Davido’s advice and “milks” this resurgence to its peak remains to be seen, but this moment has already solidified his place in Afrobeats’ ongoing global story.
