Omah Lay Reacts to Grammy Nomination, Says He Doesn’t Care About Awards but Wants Davido to Win

Nigerian Afrobeats star Omah Lay has shared his honest reaction after earning his first-ever Grammy nomination, saying he’s more excited for Davido than for himself. The “Soso” crooner was nominated in the Best African Music Performance category for his collaboration with Davido on the hit track “With You.”

In a heartfelt Instagram post, Omah Lay revealed that while he appreciates the recognition, awards have never been his ultimate goal. “I’m excited about this Grammy nomination haha but honestly, I don’t care much about awards,” he wrote. “I really want it for OBO though! He’s the realest friend I’ve had in a while — he stood by me during my hardest times.”

The singer’s statement has sparked admiration from fans, who praised his humility and loyalty to Davido. As anticipation builds for the 2026 Grammy Awards set to hold in Los Angeles, fans hope this year might finally bring Davido his long-awaited Grammy win.

Omah Lay Speaks After Grammy Nomination, Says He’s Rooting for Davido to Take Home the Award

Following his first Grammy nod, Nigerian singer Omah Lay has opened up about his feelings, saying he’s more interested in seeing Davido win than collecting trophies himself. Their song “With You” earned a spot in the Best African Music Performance category alongside top names like Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, and Wizkid.

Omah Lay described Davido as a “real friend” who showed him genuine support during tough times in his career. “I’m happy about this nomination, but truthfully, I just want it for Davido,” he said. “He deserves it for how much he gives to people — both on and off stage.”

His remarks quickly went viral, with fans calling the gesture “pure brotherhood energy.” As the Grammys approach, the Afrobeats community is uniting behind the two stars, hoping to see Nigeria shine again on the global music stage.

‘I Don’t Care About Awards, I Want It for Davido’ — Omah Lay Reacts to First Grammy Nomination

Omah Lay has made headlines after responding to his Grammy nomination, admitting that while he’s thankful, awards don’t define his success. The singer, known for his soulful voice and relatable lyrics, earned a nomination for “With You” — his collaboration with Davido.

In his post, Omah Lay expressed admiration for Davido, calling him “the realest friend.” He wrote, “I don’t care much about awards, but I really want this one for OBO. He’s been there for me when I needed it most.” The sincerity in his words struck a chord with fans who applauded his loyalty and humility.

As the countdown begins to the 2026 Grammy Awards, all eyes are on Davido, who has been nominated several times without a win. This year might finally be the one where both he and Omah Lay make history for Afrobeats.