R&B Lyrics by Davido is a new english song by Davido, featuring Shenseea & 450. The song is released on Davido’s official YouTube channel, written by Davido, Danny Brace, 450 & Shenseea, produced by Jon P, and from the album 5ive, delivering a romantic, dancehall-infused afrobeats experience. With vibrant rhythms and a blend of Nigerian and Jamaican influences, the track thrives on cross-cultural chemistry and sensual storytelling.
At its heart, R&B explores the intoxicating effect of love and physical attraction. The lyrics highlight a playful yet passionate pursuit, with each artist expressing admiration and desire for their lover in their own unique style. The song paints a picture of irresistible charm, emotional intensity, and luxurious affection, where love feels like both a celebration and a surrender. The repeated references to being “confused” emphasize how deeply the emotions run, blurring the line between fantasy and reality.
R&B Details
| Song | R&B |
|---|---|
| Album | 5ive |
| Artists | Davido |
| Featuring Artists | Shenseea & 450 |
| Written By | Davido, Danny Brace, 450 & Shenseea |
| Produced By | Jon P |
| Label | Davido |
| Language | English |
| Released Date | Apr 18, 2025 |
R&B Lyrics
[Intro]
(Jon P)
[Verse 1: Davido]
She be my reggae and blues
Reggae and blues
Me I no fit lie, say you put me on cruise
Wetin I wan do
Wetin I wan do
Girl, this your body gat me feeling confused
Say my baby fine pass a million times
Me I no go mind to spend all of my dime
Say na you me I choose, you me I choose
Girl, this your body gat me felling confused
[Pre-Chorus: Davido]
My baby divine, she dey give me dutty wine
Make I put you for my rover, ah
Anything you need call me line cos you be one of a kind
Mama jaye Casablanca, ah
See, the way you burst it e dey burst mind, oh
Carry me dey go for your wheel-barrow
Say this kind loving na one time, oh
I no go play you half-time, say na full time, oh
[Chorus: Davido]
Abena, Abena
Don’t know what you did to me
Make I put you up in my Bimmer
Don’t know what you did to me
Abena, Abena
Don’t know what you did to me
Make I put you up in my Bimmer
Don’t know what you did to me
[Verse 2: Shenseea & Davido]
Shen Yeng
Mm, baby, from yuh hit mi, hard fi get rid ah
Cyaan figet even if yuh get amnesia
Bad gyal, wi tek wood like beaver
I’m aboard suh mi nah guh run like river
Confused, yuh nah confused (Ah)
Cah Jamaican gyal ah hard fi refuse
And you cyaan lose, if ah mi yuh choose
Cah mi badda dan weh demma show pon blues
[Pre-Chorus: Davido & Shenseea]
My baby divine, she dey give me dutty wine
Make I put you for my rover, ah
And mi body nuh easy fi find
Cah mi ah one of a kind
You unda control-ah
See the way you burst it e dey burst mind, oh
And mi weh cock it up fi di wheel-barrow
Say this kind loving na one time, oh
I no go play you half-time, say na full time, oh
[Chorus: Davido, Davido & Shenseea]
Abena, Abena
Don’t know what you did to me
Make I put you up in my Bimmer
Don’t know what you did to me
Abena, Abena
Don’t know what you did to me
Make I put you up in my Bimmer
Don’t know what you did to me
[Verse 3: 450]
Girl, you are my kryptonite
Tell mi weh you deh all dis time
Yuh good-good ah mek mi fantasise
Yuh like wen mi ruff yuh if yuh nah complaining
Love, I need fi aks, suh mi tell yuh
Yuh gaan, sum one jealous
Oh I know wah you duh to me
Cah it hard fi mi let go
Like wata mi sekkle
For you and you only
[Pre-Chorus: Davido]
See, the way you burst it e dey burst mind, oh
Carry me dey go for your wheel-barrow
Say this kind loving na one time, oh
I no go play you half-time, say na full time, oh
[Chorus: Davido]
Abena Abena
Don’t know what you did to me
Make I put you up in my Bimmer
Don’t know what you did to me
Abena Abena
Don’t know what you did to me
Make I put you up in my Bimmer
Don’t know what you did to me
R&B Lyrics Meaning
[Intro]
The song opens with a producer tag from Jon P, signaling the start of a rhythmically rich production. Though brief, this intro sets the tone for the genre-blending soundscape that follows.
[Verse 1: Davido]
Davido begins by likening his love interest to “reggae and blues,” genres known for soulfulness and emotion. This metaphor suggests she brings both rhythm and depth to his life. He admits to being captivated, even confused, by her presence and beauty, emphasizing how strongly she influences his emotions and decisions.
[Pre-Chorus: Davido]
Davido further expresses his devotion, describing how her seductive dance moves mesmerize him. He offers luxury and loyalty, from fancy cars to full-time commitment. The use of “dutty wine” and “Casablanca” adds a sensual and cinematic feel to his declaration, presenting her as exotic and irreplaceable.
[Chorus: Davido]
In the chorus, Davido repeatedly calls out “Abena,” a common Ghanaian female name, using it to personify his affection. He admits he doesn’t understand the full impact she has on him, but it’s enough to want to spoil her with affection and material symbols of love, like a Bimmer (BMW). The repetition highlights his emotional daze and obsession.
[Verse 2: Shenseea & Davido]
Shenseea steps in with confident energy, portraying herself as unforgettable and commanding. Her Jamaican patois adds flair and authenticity, reinforcing her identity as a woman who’s hard to resist. She makes it clear that choosing her is a win, challenging the idea of confusion by flipping the narrative—she’s deliberate, bold, and self-aware.
[Pre-Chorus: Davido & Shenseea]
The duo collaborates in a call-and-response flow, merging afrobeats and dancehall seamlessly. Davido’s romantic imagery is mirrored by Shenseea’s confident assertiveness. Together, they express mutual admiration, powerfully showcasing the dynamic between a man enchanted and a woman in control.
[Chorus: Davido, Davido & Shenseea]
The chorus returns, this time with Shenseea joining Davido, giving the hook a fresh intensity. Their harmonized delivery emphasizes that the emotional impact is felt on both sides—even if expressed differently. It reinforces the central theme of emotional vulnerability wrapped in rhythmic seduction.
[Verse 3: 450]
450 brings a softer, more emotionally intimate tone. He describes the woman as his “kryptonite,” someone whose presence weakens his guard. His lyrics reflect longing, admiration, and a touch of helplessness—he’s enamored, possibly to the point of losing control. There’s a balance of tenderness and lust, making his verse feel like a heart-to-heart confession.
[Pre-Chorus: Davido]
Davido reprises the pre-chorus with slightly varied emphasis, this time leaning more into the sensual imagery. His desire to be carried away by her love remains strong, reaffirming the all-in nature of his commitment and the consuming quality of their bond.
[Chorus: Davido]
The final chorus closes the track with one last expression of wonder and emotional intoxication. Davido’s repetition of “Abena” and the line “don’t know what you did to me” ties together the entire narrative—love as a beautiful, bewildering force that takes over reason and rhythm alike.
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The "R&B" song by Davido lyrics was written by Davido, Danny Brace, 450 & Shenseea.
The "R&B" song by Davido was produced by Jon P.
Davido released "R&B" song on Apr 18, 2025.
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