Nigerian music icon Davido continues to make waves globally. His hit single “KANTE“, featuring FAVE, earns a spot on His Majesty King Charles III’s Playlist on Apple Music. This special collection of 17 songs was curated by the British monarch for Commonwealth Day 2025. It aims to highlight the diversity and vibrancy of cultures across the Commonwealth. It is impressive to see Davido’s “KANTE” featured in King’s Charles III Playlist.
Released in September 2023 as part of Davido’s chart-topping album Timeless, “KANTE” is a smooth, soulful track produced by Damie. Its inclusion in the King’s playlist is a major nod to the song’s universal appeal and Afrobeats’ growing global reach.
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The playlist is broadcast as part of King Charles III’s Apple Music Radio show The King’s Music Room. It features a wide range of artists, including: “Bob Marley“, “Kylie Minogue“, Beyoncé, “Grace Jones“, “RAYE“, and more. Davido’s “KANTE” is prominently recognized among them.
“I wanted to share with you songs which have brought me joy,” His Majesty King Charles III tells Apple Music. “They evoke many different styles and many different cultures.
“But all of them, like the family of Commonwealth nations, in their many different ways, share the same love of life in all its richness and diversity.” Seeing Davido’s “KANTE” in this diverse mix is a testament to its universal appeal.
With these songs compiled for his Apple Music Radio show, The King’s Music Room, the King invites us to journey with him to all corners of the world. He celebrates Afrobeats stars, crooners, pop phenoms, reggae legends, disco greats, and more. It is notable to have Davido’s “KANTE” featured in King’s Charles III Playlist within such an eclectic mix.
“I can only hope you have enjoyed these few songs I have had time to share with you,” he says. “Perhaps you have heard some of your own favorite pieces—and perhaps you may have discovered something new.” Indeed, Davido’s “KANTE” has certainly introduced many to new and exciting sounds.
Davido, often referred to as one of the front-runners of Afrobeats, has had a massive impact on the music scene. His early hits like “Dami Duro” initiated his success. He has had international collaborations with Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj, and “Latto“. His journey has been one of relentless success. Timeless, released in 2023, further solidified his global presence. It has racked up millions of streams and critical acclaim.
Now, as fans eagerly await his upcoming album 5ive, Davido is showing no signs of slowing down. The album promises new sounds, bigger collaborations, and a continuation of the legacy he’s built over the last decade.
With KANTE resonating at Buckingham Palace and his name echoing across world stages, Davido’s influence is undeniable.
