Davido Anchors a High-Energy Link-Up with Rising Star NO11 on “Gimme Dat Ting“
Global hitmakers know exactly how to set the stage for a blockbusting album rollout, and Nigeria’s foremost musical ambassador just delivered a masterclass.
Dropping worldwide on July 17, the infectious new Afrobeats single 2026 anthem “Gimme Dat Ting” sees Davido joining forces with rapidly ascending Lagos rapper NO11.
The Davido collaboration is pure lightning in a bottle. Serving as a crucial, high-profile preview for the megastar’s highly anticipated sixth studio album Oriadé—scheduled to impact global streaming platforms on July 31—the track bypasses dense, over-engineered production arrangements to focus entirely on a warm, dance-ready groove.
The sonic choices are brilliantly executed. Masterfully produced by hitmaker JJAY with additional writing contributions from Toye, the record effortlessly blends traditional Afrosounds with contemporary pop sensibilities, resulting in an immediate, addictive rhythm. The chemistry feels incredibly natural.
Lyrically, the track moves with a playful, highly flirtatious energy, finding the OBO frontman delivering witty, tongue-in-cheek bars about record labels, signing major financial deals, and lighthearted “Illuminati” conspiracy jokes.
Rather than crowding the soundscape, the arrangement smartly leaves massive pockets of space for NO11 to slide in with punchy, charismatic verses that perfectly complement Davido‘s veteran signature, highly melodic hook delivery.
It is a brilliant display of spotlight-sharing. To maximize the Gimme Dat Ting‘s impact, the simultaneous release of the official music video amplifies the fun, flooding the screen with vibrant color palettes, intricate choreography, and an explosive, late-night party atmosphere.
The visual presentation is spectacular. Solidifying its status as one of the absolute most anticipated collaborations on the upcoming album, this release is a guaranteed summer staple.
Quotable Lyrics:
‘Cause I’m way too high, ọmọ (Ọmọ)
Me, I wanna feel that vibe, ọmọ
I can’t lie, I’m high, ọmọ (Ọmọ)
Can you tell me what you want? Don’t lie, ọmọ (Gẹgẹ)
Wón ní wón wá mi, baby
I get two vibes wey dey drive me crazy (Baddest)
I just touch down ABJ lane
Anything you want, I’ma buy you that thing
If you owe me, better give me that thing
Hee, hee
Hee, hee (That thing)
Hee (Gimme that thing), hee
Hee, hee
Uh, better give me that thing
Mummy said, “Make sure it’s not Illuminati”
Labels wanna give me signing
They just callеd me to do a booking
But first things first, better gimme that thing
That thing, gimme that thing
That thing, gimme that thing
That thing, gimme that thing, gimme that thing
Let’s work, better gimme that thing
Fine sh*t, gimme that— (Woah)
Ṣé na Nepo’? She’s a lil’ bougie
Know your papa no get money pass me (Mhm)
Call me “Daddy”, where’s your home training?
Kúnlẹ̀, when you see Alhaji
Make we J.F.K., John Kennedy
My shima don get adrenaline
She just needs drip and a couple zeros (Couple zeros)
She rockin’ Casami’, she needs a Hero’ (Hey)
Feel me hot like say na Cheeto
You never see anything, ọmọ yèyé (What?)
The balling I do fit to give them seizure
Fine sh*t, baby, bring your body ‘pon me
Tell the promoter make the money complete
Always active, baby, never lazy
YKB, baby, ṣé you know ball?
Tell me say you don ball
Always active, baby, never lazy
YKB, baby, ṣé you know ball? (Hee)
Me, I wanna feel that vibe, ọmọ
I can’t lie, I’m high, ọmọ (Ọmọ)
Can you tell me what you want? Don’t lie, ọmọ (Gẹgẹ)
Wón ní wón wá mi, baby
I get two vibes wey dey drive me crazy
I just touch down ABJ lane
I don touch down ABJ fresh
Anything you want, I’ma buy you that thing
If you owe me, better give me that thing
