Davido Becomes Voting Member of Recording Academy Ahead of 2026 GRAMMYs
Nigerian music star Davido has been accepted as a voting member of the Recording Academy. He will take part in both the nomination and final ballot votes for the 2026 GRAMMY Awards. According to Premium Times Nigeria, the announcement was made via the Academy’s official channels.
Davido earned multiple GRAMMY nominations in 2024. This new role gives him a voice in shaping future awards. He said being part of the process matters because voting ensures diverse voices are heard.
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What It Means
Being a voting member allows Davido to review entries, vote on nominations, and help select winners. He joins a global community of music creators with similar rights.
Reasons Behind the Nomination
The Recording Academy has been working to include more African artists in its membership. Davido’s global success, previous nominations, and impact in Afrobeats made him eligible.
What He Said
Davido said voting empowers artists to have a say in what gets recognized. He expressed honour at being part of the Recording Academy. He also said he looks forward to contributing to the process.