
Rema (real name Divine Ikubor) is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and rapper. He's known for his Afrobeats music, which blends Afrobeats with other genres like dancehall, R&B, hip hop, and house.
Musical career:
Rema first gained recognition in 2019 with his song "Dumebi".
His 2022 single "Calm Down" became the first song by an African artist to reach one billion streams on Spotify.
"Calm Down" also spent a year on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number three.
Rema's debut album, Rave & Roses, was released in 2022.
His fourth EP, Ravage, was released in 2023.
His second album, Heis, was released in 2024.
Achievements:
Rema has been called a trailblazer for his unconventional lyrics and global influence.
He's been recognized as the first African artist to have a song reach one billion streams on Spotify.
Other endeavors:
Rema has collaborated with American singer Selena Gomez on a remix of "Calm Down".
He's celebrated his heritage by infusing cultural references to Benin City into his promotions, performances, and artwork.