Nigerian Afrobeats musician, Davido, has opened up about the struggles of fame, disclosing how much he misses living a normal life without being recognised.

Speaking on a recent episode of The 'Long Form' podcast, the award-winning musician shared a rare personal experience where he disguised himself just to enjoy a quiet moment in public.

According to Davido, he wore a balaclava and hat to conceal his identity before heading to a mall near his father’s home in Atlanta, a place he had frequently visited as a child with his late mother.

“I did something interesting recently. We have a little normal car at home that you would probably not think I could be in. We use it for like grocery shopping and other stuff,” he said.

He explained that the disguise helped him blend in and move around freely without attracting attention.

“I put on a balaclava with a hat so you could only see my eyes. I went to the mall that’s by my dad’s house in Atlanta. I’ve been going to that mall since I was a kid, my mother had been taking me there before she passed,” he recounted.

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Davido stated that he visited his favourite food court spot and, for once, experienced life like an ordinary person.

“I went to my favourite place at the food court, people were walking all over and the place was very busy. I sat there, I pulled the balaclava up a bit and I was just eating my food. I felt regular for like an hour and I felt so good,” he shared.

The singer noted that he even stepped out for a quick massage afterwards and still went unnoticed.

“I went for some quick outside massage and still no one noticed,” he said.

Davido admitted that living privately has become nearly impossible, especially when he is with his wife.

“My people asked why I did that and I told them I just felt like going out and feeling regular. My wife and I tried to go places no one would notice us and it’s impossible. It’s very hard and I miss being a regular person,” he added.


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