Nigerian Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has attributed his status as Africa's most-followed artist on social media to his authenticity and willingness to connect with fans.

In a recent interview with BET Talks, the "With You" hitmaker explained that his open approach to social media engagement has set him apart from other African artists who he claims are reluctant to show their true selves online.

"I'm the most-followed African artist across social media because I'm free with my fans. In the beginning of my career, I was very open. I used to do vlogs, showing people my life," Davido stated. "A lot of Nigerian and African artists are always scared to show their real selves."

The award-winning musician credited his time in America for broadening his perspective, suggesting it gave him a more relaxed approach to his public image compared to some of his peers.

"I think living in America helped me a lot, too. Because my mind is kind of open a little bit," he explained. "Let's see them [other artists] taking pictures in shorts and slippers while chilling in their homes. Some artists won't do that. They would want to change to something benefiting."

Davido emphasized that despite his celebrity status, he still views himself as an ordinary person. "I still see myself as a regular person. I take pictures in shorts and slippers. And when it's time to turn up, trust me, I turn up," he said.

The artist also reflected on his return to Nigeria, noting how some celebrities in the country tend to overthink their public personas. "When I moved back to Nigeria, some celebrities over-think and overdo. I was like, no, just be chill. Just go with the flow. I feel like that's how it should be," Davido added.

Davido's approach appears to have paid off, as he continues to maintain a massive following across various social media platforms, reinforcing his position as one of Africa's most influential music stars.