Without a doubt, afrobeats has taken off from the shores of Lagos to become a global commodity, making its stamp across major cities of the world, bagging several accolades and shutting down some of the biggest venues in the world. At the forefront of this cultural movement stands Davido, who is now taking Afrobeats on yet another global ride with the 5IVE Alive tour. Only that he isn’t just going on tour, he’s making a statement.
Coming off a successful album release, which broke the record for most single-day streams for any album on Spotify Nigeria, 5IVE is more than an album; it’s Davido’s sonic memoir. The album is layered to reflect his growth, grief, resilience, and global dominance. OBO is now taking the sound on tour for the world to experience it live.
One thing about Davido is that he has never been just a hitmaker; he’s a movement and a force to reckon with in the Afrobeats industry. Way before the genre had global infrastructure or mainstream validation, OBO was already building bridges, filling venues, and exporting the culture. Now that Afrobeats has firmly claimed its seat at the global table, he’s circling back to deliver a tour experience that’s nothing short of 5IVE-star.
THE 5IVE ALIVE TOUR
The tour kicks off with its North American leg, starting at the iconic Kia Forum in Los Angeles on July 11th. With a capacity of 18,000, this Inglewood landmark sets the stage for what promises to be a world-class celebration of 5IVE, of Davido’s legacy, and of the continued rise of Afrobeats.
A Tour Built on Legacy and Longevity
The 5IVE album, his fifth and arguably most reflective album to date, stands as a testament to his legacy and resilience as he continues to lead the charge for Afrobeats on the global stage. More than a nod to continuity, the tour’s name stands as a mantra of creative and emotional resilience.
Starting the tour in Los Angeles is no coincidence. The city is a hub of diasporan energy and cultural influence. It is also home to tastemakers and day-one fans who have been riding with him since “Back When,” to the Omah Lay-assisted “With You” in 2025?
More Than Music: A Movement on Tour
Davido’s not going solo. With Victony, Morravey, and Odumodublvck joining the lineup, the 5IVE Alive Tour rolls out as a cultural convoy. True to his “We rise by lifting others” mantra, Davido is once again walking the talk by sharing his platform with these talents and giving the fans a chance to experience the full spectrum of Afrobeats’ vibrant cultural palette.
This promises to be one for the books, for the day one fans from the “Back When” era to the new converts. The 5IVE Alive tour isn’t for the chart chasers; it’s for the believers. The ones who embraced the sound before the algorithms caught up. The North American leg will take Davido from Los Angeles to Atlanta, weaving through Toronto, Brooklyn, and beyond. 13 dates across the map, with millions of hearts in attendance.
L.A.: Where Culture Meets Coastline
For fans in the diaspora, especially African and Caribbean communities that call L.A. home, this kickoff concert will serve as a gathering and reunion. It will be a space where ‘Naija to the World’ becomes more than a hashtag, and becomes a lived moment. The 5IVE Alive tour is a return home, to rhythm, to roots, to everything that makes our culture loud, proud, and unstoppable.
When it comes to performances, you can always count on Davido to bring unmatched energy; he’s a beast on stage. Ask anyone who’s been to an OBO concert: you don’t just watch a Davido show; you’re immersed in it. Fans can expect high-energy performances and a once-in-a-lifetime party from one of Afrobeats’ greatest showmen.
At the Kia Forum, the setlist is expected to span early classics, global anthems, and the deep cuts that make 5IVE such a personal and powerful statement. This is where confidence meets vulnerability. Where showmanship meets soul.
Tickets are moving fast.
The vibe is already global.
And come July 11th, all roads, from Lagos to L.A, lead to The Forum.
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