Nigeria’s beloved music sensation, Davido, has given fans an intimate glimpse into the heartfelt concept behind the cover of his highly acclaimed album, Timeless. In a recent interview, the talented artist revealed that the cover serves as a poignant tribute to his late son, who tragically passed away last year. Davido shared that his son, Ifeanyi, had a deep love for nature, particularly for elephants, which happened to be his favorite animal.
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"He loved nature; like trees. His best animal was like an elephant," Davido breaks down the #Timeless album-art. pic.twitter.com/SKEdBgjfcO
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The album cover itself is a stunning depiction of the natural world, capturing the essence of what Davido holds dear. With meticulous attention to detail, the cover encapsulates the artist’s profound emotions and personal journey. As Davido elaborated, the magnificent bird soaring high above on the album cover symbolizes his son, Ifeanyi, forever present in his heart and spirit.
Beyond the emotional significance, Davido also shed light on the reasoning behind the album’s title, Timeless. He expressed his desire for the album to stand the test of time, leaving a lasting impact on listeners even twenty years from now. His aspiration is for people to experience the same exhilaration and joy that they felt on the album’s release day, March 31st, 2023, regardless of the passing years.
Since the unveiling of Timeless, Davido’s musical masterpiece has shattered numerous records across various streaming platforms.