Davido’s track ‘Unavailable’ is making waves with a significant endorsement. 2023 has proven to be an outstanding year for the Nigerian megastar, marked by the release of his highly anticipated fourth album, ‘Timeless.’ The album not only delivered chart-topping hits but also shattered numerous streaming records. As the year draws to a close, various stakeholders, including streaming platforms, media outlets, music enthusiasts, and fellow artists, are reflecting on their standout songs of the year.
Davido’s UNAVAILABLE is Rihanna’s song of the year 😮💨🇳🇬🔥 pic.twitter.com/xjOKm1pv1w
— Blinkscoop Official (@Blinkscoop1) December 21, 2023
Global Popstar Rihanna has revealed that her favorite track of the year is Davido’s ‘Unavailable,’ featuring Musa Keys, a standout single from the record-breaking ‘Timeless’ album. In a recent interview, Rihanna expressed that ‘Unavailable’ has been on constant repeat throughout the year.
Rihanna seen dancing to Davido’s Unavailable. pic.twitter.com/lJKP33qKKB
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In the same interview, the musician-turned-billionaire entrepreneur also named Tyler ICU’s hit single ‘Mnike’ as one of her favorite songs from 2023.
Rihanna’s admiration for ‘Unavailable’ is shared by fans worldwide, with the single reaching the pinnacle of the TurnTable Top 100. Additionally, it secured a spot in the top 10 of Spotify and Apple Music’s top Nigerian songs for the year.
Internationally, ‘Unavailable’ enjoyed substantial success, resulting in multiple remixes, including collaborations with Jamaican Dancehall legend Sean Paul and American rapper Latto.
As we approach February 5, 2024, ‘Unavailable’ will be in contention for the Grammy award for Best African Music Performance. Davido, with three nominations under his belt, is hopeful for his first Grammy win. The track’s international acclaim and recognition highlight the global impact of Davido’s musical prowess.