Davido Names Rihanna and Tems Among Top Future Collaborations During Viral Livestream

Davido Eyes Global Supremacy: Rihanna and Tems Top His Dream Collaboration List

Afrobeats global superstar , popularly known as Davido, has once again captured the attention of the music industry by revealing his "dream list" of future collaborations. During a high profile, three hour livestream, with Nigerian content creator Carter Efe, the DMW mogul opened up about the artists he believes would elevate his sound to new heights. Topping that list were international pop icon Rihanna and Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Tems, sparking immediate excitement across social media platforms.

The "Unavailable" singer was candid about his admiration for Rihanna, stating that a joint project between them would produce "dope music." This revelation follows a year of mutual respect between the two stars; notably, Rihanna previously named Davido’s track as her favorite of 2023. 

The prospect of a collaboration has gained even more momentum recently due to viral AI-generated tracks featuring both their vocals, which Davido noted have only intensified his desire to make a real life partnership happen.

Beyond international stars like Rihanna and R&B sensation Kehlani, Davido also turned his gaze toward the dominant female voices within the Afrobeats scene, he expressed a deep interest in working with Tems and Ayra Starr. 

Two artists who have been instrumental in the genre’s global expansion. He also mentioned his own DMW signee, Morravey, emphasizing his commitment to supporting rising talent within his own camp while pursuing collaborations with established powerhouses.

The conversation with Carter Efe which reportedly drew over 83,000 concurrent viewers and helped the streamer break records on Twitch extended beyond future features. Davido took a moment to reflect on the future of the genre, identifying Asake, Rema, and Omah Lay as the "next GOATs" of the Naija music industry. He praised the trio for their consistency and their ability to command massive audiences in international markets like the United States and Europe.

In a characteristic moment of bold self assurance, Davido also remarked that the Nigerian music scene would be "boring" without his presence. While humorous, the comment underscores his central role in the industry’s current success. His recent activities, including a headlining role for the AFCON 2025 kick-off concert in Morocco, continue to solidify his status as a cultural ambassador for African music on the world stage.

As fans look forward to these potential collaborations, the primary focus remains on Davido’s highly anticipated fifth studio album, titled 5ive. Following his record-breaking Timeless era, this upcoming project is expected to be a career defining "legacy" album. With the 30BG leader actively seeking out the industry’s most creative minds, many believe that 5ive could serve as the launchpad for these newly discussed partnerships.

The livestream has undoubtedly set the tone for Davido's 2026 trajectory, blending his veteran experience with a clear vision for the next generation of music. Whether a Rihanna or Tems feature materializes in the coming months remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: Davido’s influence on the global charts shows no signs of slowing down.