Afrobeats titan Davido recently lit up New York with an electrifying album launch event, giving fans an exclusive taste of his upcoming fifth studio album 5ive, set to drop on April 18. Among the star-studded attendees were Jamaican hitmakers Shenseea and 450, whose presence not only turned heads but also raised curiosity of upcoming releases.
Shenseea, had already made waves by popping up at Davido’s Los Angeles listening party to perform their unreleased collaboration. The moment set social media abuzz, and the dancehall diva followed up with a heartfelt message: “Thanks for having me @davido, the project is fire. 5ive April 18.”
The collab marks a significant moment in Shenseea’s evolving career. Just last month, it was revealed that she had parted ways with Interscope Records, under which she released two acclaimed projects: Alpha in 2022 and the Grammy-nominated Never Gets Late Here in 2024. Her upcoming appearance on 5ive is already generating buzz, as fans anticipate a genre-bending fusion of dancehall and Afrobeats.
Meanwhile, rising Jamaican star 450 is also confirmed to be featured on 5ive, continuing his meteoric rise. Known for his emotional lyricism and smooth delivery, 450 has been making significant strides both locally and internationally. Songs like “Imperfections” and “Gyal Thief” have earned him a loyal following, while performances across North America and Europe have cemented his status as one of dancehall’s most promising new voices. On Instagram, he shared his excitement about the collaboration, posting, “Big up @davido. Honored to be part of this global project.”
For Davido, 5ive is a statement of global intent. His last project, Timeless, shattered records, becoming the most-streamed African album in a single day on Apple Music and placing nine tracks on the platform’s Global Daily Top 100 chart. If the momentum is anything to go by, 5ive is set to push boundaries even further, and the inclusion of Caribbean collaborators signals a deliberate move to bridge continents through sound.
As April 18 approaches, all eyes and ears are on Davido, Shenseea, and 450.
