By Fasuyi Tolulope Samuel
British R&B icon Craig David has openly expressed his admiration for Nigerian Afrobeats star Tiwa Savage, praising her as an exceptional vocalist and a powerhouse in the music industry.
During a recent interview on the Capital Xtra podcast, David shared his excitement about collaborating with Savage on his latest single, revealing that he had been a long-time fan of her work.
“I have been a big fan of Tiwa for years. When it comes to Afrobeats, she has been holding it down for so long. She is not just consistent; she is also an amazing vocalist,” he said.
Craig David recalled the moment his team suggested featuring Tiwa Savage on the track, describing it as a “great idea.” Unsure of whether she would accept, he reached out—and to his surprise, she responded with enthusiasm.
“She said, ‘Even if the song was not that great, I still would have jumped on it.’ That is when I knew this was love. She got on the track, and next thing you know, we had this amazing song that perfectly blends our worlds,” he recounted.
The British singer also highlighted how effortlessly Savage contributed to the collaboration, praising her vocal finesse and creativity.
“It went from fire emojis to voice notes. The way her ad-libs hit? It was next level. We were both gassed,” he said.
Beyond music, David spoke about his deep admiration for Savage’s character, calling her a gracious and humble artist.
“Meeting her for the first time was everything I could have imagined and more. She is so gracious, and her talent is just insane. She is like, ‘Yeah, it’s good stuff,’ and I’m like, ‘No, you’re the good stuff!’” he added.
