At just 24, Nigerian sensation Rema is rewriting music history with his hit “Calm Down”.
It’s now the most-streamed Afrobeats song in America, boasting over one billion on-demand streams, as reported by Chart Data.
Previously hailed as the “most successful African song ever” by Chart Data, Billboard attributes its allure to a “melancholic rhythm and an addictive pull” that resonates with listeners.
Released in February 2022 from his debut album “Rave and Roses”, “Calm Down” later soared with a remix featuring US star Selena Gomez. This version propelled the track to a billion Spotify streams and a year-long presence on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at an impressive number three.
With nearly 894 million YouTube views, the remix is not just a hit; it’s the most-viewed music video by a Nigerian artist. This achievement places Rema among Nigeria’s Afrobeats elite, alongside Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido.
Embracing his uniqueness, Rema dubs his musical style “Afrorave”, a fresh take on the Afrobeats genre.