Davido's album The Baddest was scheduled for release in June 2015 but its release was postponed to October 10 that year. Two days prior to this date, the release was again postponed because an unnamed corporation expressed an interest in distributing it. Davido had released the album's cover art and track listing earlier that year. The Baddest was planned to feature production from Shizzi, Del B, Spellz, J Fem, Don Jazzy, Puffy Tee, Uhuru, Kiddominant and Young John. It was also going to feature guest artists such as P-Square, Don Jazzy, Runtown, Uhuru, DJ Buckz, Akon, Meek Mill, Wale and Trey Songz. In January 2016, Davido announced on Twitter he signed a record deal with Sony Music; his announcement was met with mixed reactions. The record label put out a press release to confirm the deal. Davido's contract with Sony required him to release two albums, and allowed him to retain the rights to his music and performances.
