A leading figure in British R&B, Craig David is set to bring one of the most iconic albums of the 2000s back to life.
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As part of the tour celebrating the 25th anniversary of ‘Born To Do It’, the British artist will be stopping off in Paris for a one-off concert at the Zenith in La Villette.
The return of the 2000s icon
Having first come to the attention of the general public with the track ‘Re-Rewind’, recorded with the duo Artful Dodger, Craig David enjoyed a meteoric rise in the early 2000s with the release of his debut album, ‘Born To Do It’. Buoyed by tracks that have since become classics such as ‘Fill Me In’, ‘7 Days’ and ‘Walking Away’, the album enjoyed international success and quickly established the singer as one of the leading figures of British R&B. Building on this global recognition, he went on to enjoy further success with several albums, including Slicker Than Your Average, notably featuring the hit ‘Rise & Fall’ in collaboration with Sting. After a quieter period, the artist made a high-profile comeback in 2016 with ‘Following My Intuition’, an album that returned him to the top of the charts and enabled him to win over a new generation of listeners. More than two decades after his debut, Craig David continues to occupy a unique place on the international music scene thanks to a sound that blends R&B, pop and UK garage influences.An anniversary tour that stays true to his musical DNA
As part of this anniversary tour, Craig David will perform the tracks that made ‘Born To Do It’ such a success, whilst revisiting the highlights of his career. Following several sold-out concerts, the artist continues to celebrate an album that has become an essential benchmark in British R&B. With over 15 million albums sold worldwide and billions of cumulative streams across streaming platforms, the singer demonstrates the enduring influence of his music and repertoire. French audiences will have the chance to experience this show during a one-off performance in France. With a mix of timeless classics, stage energy and unapologetic nostalgia, Craig David promises an evening steeped in the spirit of the 2000s, not to mention the festive atmosphere of his famous TS5 nights, a concept blending DJ sets, live performances and audience interaction. This Paris show is shaping up to be an unmissable event for fans of R&B and British pop. It’s a rare opportunity to rediscover on stage the artist who played a major role in bringing UK Garage to the mainstream.Voir cette publication sur Instagram
Practical information
A nostalgic and festive concert to relive Craig David’s greatest R&B hits from the 2000s.
Place: Zenith Paris – La Villette
Date: 13 May 2026 at 8.00 pm
Price: from €59.80
Address: 211 Avenue Jean-Jaurès, 75019 Paris
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