Daecolm is a Zimbabwean singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist whose music blends Afrobeats, Afro-house, Amapiano, and R&B. Born in Zimbabwe and raised in South London, he grew up surrounded by a variety of musical influences, many of which came from his father, who introduced him to artists such as Michael Jackson, TLC, Boyz II Men, and Blackstreet. These influences would later play a major role in shaping his sound. His journey into music began at a young age. By the age of 13, he had started learning piano and experimenting with songwriting. As a teenager, he recorded his own music and even had one of his songs played on radio, an experience that encouraged him to pursue music more seriously. Before finding success as a recording artist, Daecolm spent years working behind the scenes as a songwriter and producer. His writing credits include collaborations with major artists such as Chris Brown, Wizkid, Ayra Starr, Adekunle Gold, Ty Dolla $ign, Trey Songz, and Ella Mai. This reputation as a songwriter helped establish him within the industry long before many listeners became familiar with his name. Despite his growing popularity, Daecolm remains relatively private about his personal life. He rarely discusses his family or relationships publicly, preferring to keep the spotlight on his music and creative work. Much of his public image revolves around his artistry rather than his life away from the studio.
Four: Proud
Kicking off the list is “Proud,” released on November 6, 2020, one of Daecolm’s earliest notable releases and marked an important stage in his transition from songwriter and producer to recording artist. The song was released in collaboration with French DJ and producer Tchami, giving Daecolm an opportunity to showcase his vocals to a wider audience. Although “Proud” was not a major mainstream hit, the track still found a solid audience online, garnering over 6M streams Spotify streams and over 1.7M views on its official audio on YouTube. “Proud” offered an early indication of Daecolm’s strengths as a vocalist and songwriter. At the time, he was still primarily known for his work behind the scenes, making this release an important step in establishing his identity as an artist in his own right.
Looking back, the song captures a period of growth in Daecolm’s career. While newer fans may know him for global hits and high-profile collaborations, “Proud” serves as a reminder of the foundation he built before reaching mainstream recognition.
FYI
- Daecolm spent years writing and producing for major artists before becoming famous himself. In fact, many people first heard his voice through the 2024 global hit “I Adore You” without realizing he had already built an impressive career behind the scenes as a songwriter.
Three: Think Of Me
Coming in at number three is “Think Of Me,” a major collaboration between HUGEL, David Guetta, Kehlani, and Daecolm. Released on May 2, 2025, the track arrived as one of the most high-profile records Daecolm had been involved in since the global success of “I Adore You.”
Built around Afro-house production, “Think Of Me” combines rhythmic percussion, melodic dance elements, and emotionally driven vocals. The song explores themes of love, longing, and emotional attachment, centering on the question of whether someone continues to think about a past relationship after it has ended. This track has garnered over 51.7M streams on Spotify and over 4M views on its official audio on YouTube. One of the reasons the song attracted attention was its lineup. It marked Daecolm’s collaboration with internationally recognized artists David Guetta and Kehlani, while also reuniting him with HUGEL. Because of this, many listeners viewed the release as a continuation of the momentum Daecolm had built after his breakthrough. Commercially, the song performed strongly across streaming platforms, further expanding Daecolm’s global reach and introducing his music to an even wider audience.
Two: Till The End
Taking the number two spot is “Till The End,” Daecolm’s most recent single release and one of his most personal records to date. Released on May 1, 2026, the song arrived during a period of growing international attention for Daecolm following the success of records such as “I Adore You” and “Think Of Me.” It has garnered over 129K streams on Spotify and over 1.2M views on its official visualizer YouTube. Prior to its release, Daecolm described the track as a song that meant a great deal to him personally, building anticipation among fans eager to hear his latest work. Lyrically, it explores themes of loyalty, commitment, and enduring love, centering on the idea of staying devoted to someone through every stage of life. Unlike some of his larger collaborative records, “Till The End” places greater focus on Daecolm himself, allowing listeners to connect more directly with his voice, songwriting, and artistic identity. The track showcases the emotional vulnerability that has become one of his strongest qualities as a performer. The release was met with excitement from fans across social media, many of whom had been following teasers and previews leading up to its debut.
Awards/Nominations
- Daecolm may not yet have an extensive list of major solo award wins, but he has steadily gained recognition through his songwriting work, collaborations, and growing presence within the Afro-house and global dance music scene.
- In 2023, Daecolm was highlighted as one of the emerging African artists to watch as his songwriting and production work continued to attract attention within the international music industry.
- In 2024, Daecolm achieved his biggest career breakthrough with “I Adore You,” his collaboration with HUGEL, Topic, and Arash. The song became a global success, charting across multiple countries and significantly increasing his international visibility as both a vocalist and songwriter.
- In 2025, Daecolm expanded his global reach through “Think Of Me,” a high-profile collaboration with HUGEL, David Guetta, and Kehlani. The success of the record further strengthened his reputation within the international Afro-house and dance music space.
Although major individual award wins remain limited at this stage of his career, Daecolm is widely regarded as one of the rising Afro-fusion and Afro-house artists to watch, with many industry observers expecting future nominations and recognition as his catalogue continues to grow.
Discography
Daecolm currently has only one confirmed full-length studio album, as most of his catalogue has been built around singles, collaborations, and EP releases.
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One: I Adore You
Taking the number one spot is “I Adore You,” the song that transformed Daecolm from a respected songwriter and emerging artist into an internationally recognized voice. Released on May 3, 2024, the track was a collaboration between HUGEL, Topic, Arash, and Daecolm. Built around Afro-house rhythms, dance production, and Daecolm’s soulful vocals, the song explores themes of love, admiration, and devotion. Its infectious melody and emotional delivery helped it resonate with listeners across the world, quickly becoming one of the biggest dance records of the year. Garnering over 655M streams on Spotify and over 167M views on its official visualizer on YouTube, the song proved to be a commercial success on a global scale. Following its release, “I Adore You” charted in multiple countries across Europe and beyond, introducing Daecolm’s voice to millions of listeners who had never heard his music before. What began as a collaboration soon became the defining record of his career, earning widespread acclaim within both the dance music and Afro-house communities. Today, “I Adore You” stands as Daecolm’s biggest hit to date and remains the song most closely associated with his name.