Kirk Franklin Links Up With Davido on New Gospel Song “Hope In You”
American gospel music legend Kirk Franklin is joining forces with Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Davido on a new song titled “Hope In You,” released on October 30, 2026.
The unexpected collaboration brings together two major names from different musical backgrounds, blending Franklin’s gospel roots with Davido’s Afrobeats influence. The song appears on Kirk Franklin’s newly released 14-track album, I Am What I Am.
The collaboration was first previewed during an exclusive album listening event in Atlanta on October 12, where Davido reportedly performed his verse and joined Franklin’s choir. The early preview has generated excitement among fans curious to hear how the two artists approach the gospel-inspired record.