Grammy-nominated Nigerian artist David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, recently expressed his belief that he should have won awards in the past.

Despite being overlooked by the Recording Academy, Davido has secured three nominations for the upcoming 66th Grammy Awards.

In a recent interview with France 24 leading up to the Grammy Awards ceremony, Davido shared his thoughts on the recognition. He stated that this is his first-ever Grammy nomination and expressed gratitude to the Recording Academy. Reflecting on the journey, Davido emphasized the hard work put into his album, 'Timeless,' and his patience in the creative process.

Asserting his confidence, Davido remarked, "If you ask me if I deserve Grammys in the past, I already need 20 Grammys." However, he acknowledged the importance of divine timing, stating, "But, like I said, God’s timing is the best. We will see what happens."

The 66th Grammy Awards are scheduled for Sunday, February 4, 2024, in Los Angeles. Davido's album 'Timeless' has earned a nomination in the Best Global Music Album category, while tracks 'Feel' and 'Unavailable' are contenders in the Best Global Music Performance and Best African Music Performance categories, respectively.