Highlife legend Bright Chimezie signed with Sony Music West Africa two weeks after meeting Davido. The music company announced the deal through posts on Instagram over the weekend. Sony Music Publishing called Chimezie extraordinary and legendary when welcoming him to their team. The creator of Zigma sound music has joined the global publisher. His signing marks a major step for the veteran musician.
Chimezie met with Davido during May after the star admitted using his album as inspiration. Davido said Chimezie's work helped create his hit song With You featuring Omah Lay. The meeting between both artists happened because of this musical connection. Davido publicly praised the older musician for his influence on modern Afrobeat. Their collaboration shows how past and present Nigerian music connect.
The signing comes after Mayorkun revealed how Davido helped him join Sony Music. Davido's former artist said the singer assisted with securing his record deal. This shows Davido continues supporting other musicians beyond his direct collaborations. Sony Music West Africa keeps adding talented African artists to their roster. The company wants to expand its reach across the continent's music scene.
Chimezie met with Davido during May after the star admitted using his album as inspiration. Davido said Chimezie's work helped create his hit song With You featuring Omah Lay. The meeting between both artists happened because of this musical connection. Davido publicly praised the older musician for his influence on modern Afrobeat. Their collaboration shows how past and present Nigerian music connect.
The signing comes after Mayorkun revealed how Davido helped him join Sony Music. Davido's former artist said the singer assisted with securing his record deal. This shows Davido continues supporting other musicians beyond his direct collaborations. Sony Music West Africa keeps adding talented African artists to their roster. The company wants to expand its reach across the continent's music scene.
