American rapper Nicki Minaj has revealed the inspiration behind her collaboration with Davido on “If It’s Okay.”
Nicki shared that her vision for the song was to blend her signature hip-hop energy with the vibrant essence of Afrobeats. She believed Davido, with his catchy melodies and lyrical brilliance, was the perfect collaborator to bring that unique vibe to life.
Praising Davido as an exceptional writer and melody maker, Nicki expressed her delight in working with him, citing their mutual respect as a key factor in their creative synergy.
She revealed that she invited Davido to join the project to enhance its Afrobeat tempo and feel, making the track stand out.
The collaboration is part of Nicki’s latest release, “The Pinkprint (Tenth Anniversary Edition)”, which features four new tracks, including “If It’s Okay” with Davido and David Guetta.