Davido’s Timeless Album Earns UK Silver Certification for Over 100K Sales
Nigerian music icon Davido has reached a new milestone as his fourth studio album Timeless has officially been certified Silver in the United Kingdom. The recognition was confirmed by Chart Data, a respected music analytics platform, after the album sold over 100,000 units in the UK.
Released on March 31, 2023, Timeless showcases Davido’s versatility, blending various African and global sounds such as Afrobeats, dancehall, reggae, konto, highlife, and Afropop. The album contains 17 songs and features collaborations with a lineup of prominent artists including Asake, Skepta, Dexta Daps, Fave, The Cavemen, and Angelique Kidjo.
The album received widespread acclaim and set new records across streaming platforms like Spotify Nigeria, Audiomack, Boomplay, and YouTube. It earned Davido a Grammy nomination in the Best Global Album category and secured a nomination for Song of the Year at the Headies Awards.
Among its many standout tracks, Unavailable also achieved Silver Certification in the UK and received a Grammy nomination for Best African Song Performance. Another popular track, Feel, was nominated for Best Global Song Performance, adding to the album’s global impact.
Following the release, Davido launched the “Timeless Tour,” which included performances in major cities across North America and Europe, such as Washington D.C., Toronto, New York, and London.
What makes Davido’s Timeless album so special?
The album blends traditional African sounds with modern global influences, bringing together collaborations that highlight the richness of Afrobeat music and its growing influence worldwide.
Davido’s continued success with Timeless marks another high point in his career and showcases the global appeal of Nigerian music. With multiple certifications and Grammy nominations, Davido is clearly making his mark on the international music stage.
