It is described as a neo-highlife track, blending mid-tempo Afrobeats with jazz inspirations like trumpets and rhythmic drum stops.
The lyrics tell a story of a man who feels used for his money. The iconic line, "But you say, if you no get money, hide your face," reflects the realization that a partner's love may be purely materialistic. Davido-- Fia (Fire) official audio
"FIA" is widely recognized for its raw, emotive lyrics that address real-life events. It is described as a neo-highlife track, blending
The chorus— "I love you, no mean say, if you say make I put one hand for FIA" —is a declaration of boundaries. Davido asserts that while he loves her, he won't self-destruct or go to unreasonable lengths for a "toxic" love. "FIA" is widely recognized for its raw, emotive
The song was produced by Fresh VDM , whose tag "Damn, Fresh on the beat" became synonymous with Davido's late-2017 hits.
Due to its popularity, a remix featuring British-Jamaican artist Stefflon Don was released on March 30, 2018, which added a dancehall flavor to the original.
Following the massive success of "If" and "Fall" earlier that year, "FIA" solidified Davido's 2017 as a "triple-threat" year.