King Charles III Admires Davido and Pidgin English
British monarch King Charles III has openly expressed his admiration for Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido. He revealed that Davido’s music played a key role in making him fall in love with Pidgin English—a popular lingua franca spoken across West Africa.
King Charles III Wants to Speak Pidgin on His Next Visit to Nigeria
In the newly premiered Apple Music show, The King’s Music Room, which aired on Monday, King Charles III shared his diverse musical preferences. Among his favorite songs, he specifically mentioned Davido’s hit track Kante featuring Fave, highlighting its influence on him.
“Davido has made me love Pidgin language. I would like to speak it the next time I visit Nigeria. Thanks to Afrobeats, it’s becoming more popular around the world,” King Charles III stated.
The Global Influence of Afrobeats
Afrobeats continues to gain international recognition, with prominent figures like King Charles III acknowledging its impact. The genre has bridged cultural gaps and introduced African languages, including Pidgin English, to global audiences.
For more on the rise of Afrobeats, check out this BBC feature on Afrobeats’ global impact.
Davido Reacts to the Royal Endorsement
Following King Charles III’s remarks, Davido took to his Instagram story to repost the video, giving a shout-out to the British royal family. Fans worldwide celebrated the acknowledgment, reaffirming Davido’s position as one of Africa’s biggest musical exports.