“Money Finish!” — Davido Recalls Blowing Through First ₦20M Endorsement Deal at 17

Nigerian Afrobeats megastar Davido has taken fans down memory lane, recounting how he spent the very first major cheque of his music career.

In a nostalgic Instagram post, the Feel crooner revealed that he earned a whopping ₦20 million from his first endorsement deal at just 17 years old—despite having only two songs to his name at the time.

Davido stated that he paid his manager his cut, then splurged on a brand-new Chevrolet Camaro, followed by a week-long celebration at Eko Hotel, where he and his cousin, fellow artist B-Red, rented out an entire floor.

“1st endorsement deal. MY FIRST 20M NAIRA. I PAY ASA HIM PERCENTAGE. FROM THERE I GO BUY CAMARO. FROM CAMARO NAH EKO HOTEL. ME AND @BREDHKN ONE WHOLE FLOOR ONE WEEK. MONEY FINISH,” he wrote.

💬 OPINION: A Lesson in Growth—From Fast Cash to Global Legacy

While some fans chuckled at Davido’s youthful exuberance, others saw the story as a lesson in how far the singer has come. What started with blowing millions on hotel floors and muscle cars has now evolved into multimillion-dollar businesses, world tours, and global influence.

His honesty is refreshing. In a world where many celebrities romanticize overnight success, Davido’s transparency about his early financial choices offers a rare peek into the growing pains behind the glitz.

At 17, who wouldn’t splurge? But what matters most is what you learn after the money’s gone. And Davido? He learned, evolved, and built an empire.

🗣️ What would YOU have done with ₦20 million at 17?

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