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‘His Talent Knows No Bounds’ — Presidency Lauds Rema Over MTV Award Win

Rema, the world-famous Afrobeats singer, has been congratulated by the presidency for his win at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs).

On Tuesday, ‘Calm Down’, a hit single by Rema featuring Selena Gomez, won the ‘Best Afrobeats’ category at the 2023 edition of the award ceremony.

In a statement on Thursday, the presidency commended Rema’s “global influence, talent, and commitment to representing Nigeria in music”.

The statement praised the singer for his “amazing acceptance speech” during the award ceremony.

The presidency also hailed the Afrobeats star for “breaking barriers” and “serving as an inspiration to countless other Nigerian artistes”.

“Congratulations to Nigeria’s very own – Rema, on winning the ‘Best Afrobeats’ at the VMAs for his song ‘Calm Down’ with Selena Gomez. Such an amazing acceptance speech,” the statement reads.

“Winning ‘Best Afrobeats’ at the VMAs is just one milestone in Rema’s remarkable career. He continues to represent Nigeria on the world stage, breaking barriers and inspiring countless others.

“His talent knows no bounds, and his music resonates with audiences worldwide. From Benin City to the VMA stage, Rema’s journey continues to be a testament to dedication, passion, and the true Nigerian spirit.”

Rema, Born divine Ikubor, teamed up with Gomez for the remix of ‘Calm Down’, a single off his debut album in 2022.

Since its release, the song’s remix has continued to rake in massive numbers on streaming services, break records, and earn awards.

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Shame On You Rema, I’m Deleting All Your Songs – BBNaija’s Gifty Powers Lays Bold Accusations at Rema

BBNaija star, Gifty Powers threatened to delete songs belonging to popular singer, Rema.
This is coming after the singer’s show in Ethiopia was canccled after he was captured wearing a necklace showing a burning church.
Reacting to this via her Instagram story, Gifty Powers publicly accused Rema of encouraging satanism through his songs and imagery.
According to her, she had carried out her own independent investigation and arrived at the conclusion that Rema has joined “666”.
She wrote;
“To Rema, shame on you. I couldn’t believe it until researched it myself and found out REMA wore a necklace with a burned church turned upside down, like
 
The rate at people selling their souls to this idiotic devil eh!! Y’all think hell isn’t real…ok nahh. All these are for fame and money. SMH
 
Then watched the video of him and Madonna hugging. I knew he had already joined the 666, As the saying goes “Show me your friends and I will tell you who you are”…..You just lost a Fan. I’m deleting all your songs from my playlist. Nobody messes with my religion (Christianity)”
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Don Jazzy Congratulates Rema As ‘Calm Down’ Hits One Billion Streams On Spotify

Michael Collins Ajereh, the veteran Nigerian producer and music executive, aka Don Jazzy, has congratulated his signee, Divine Ikubor, better known as Rema.

Don Jazzy congratulated Rema after the remix of his hit song, ‘Calm Down’ with Selena Gomez became the first African song to hit the billion mark in Spotify’s history.

The Mavin boss said the feat achieved by Rema wasn’t “small at all.”

On his X page, Don Jazzy wrote, “Massive congratulations to @heisrema as Calmdown ft @selenagomez just crossed 1 billion streams on Spotify. This is not small at allllll. Thanks for the love and support guys.”

Recall that the original version of ‘Calm Down’ was recognized by Guinness World Record as the first number one song on the world’s first regional streaming chart, MENA.

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Wizkid, Burna Boy, Fela Inspired Me – Rema

Divine Ikubor, the sensational Nigerian singer, who is also known as Rema, has revealed his influences.

He revealed that the late afrobeat pioneer, Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, Wizkid, Burna Boy and American rapper, Kanye West inspired him to do music.

He disclosed this in an interview with Hip TV.

Rema said he is inspired by Burna Boy’s story, Wizkid’s lifestyle and Kanye West’s creativity.

He said, “I’m inspired by Burna [Boy] because of his story. Fela [Kuti] inspires me. Kanye West [inspires me] because of how far he goes in terms of his creativity, production.

“I really like Wiz [kid] because of how he carries himself.”

He said he plans to stay consistent by being original and unique.

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Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ Ranked Among 1000 Biggest Hits In Hot 100 History

Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ has been ranked among the top 1000 biggest hits in Billboard Hot 100 history.
This was made public on Tuesday by Chart Data.
“@heisrema and @selenagomez’s “Calm Down” now ranks among the top 1000 biggest hits in Hot 100 history,” the tweet reads.
‘Calm Down’ was released in February 2022 as a single off ‘Rave and Roses’, Rema’s debut album.
The singer later teamed up with Selena Gomez, the US songstress, for the song’s remix — a few months later.
Since its release, ‘Calm Down’s has continued to rake in massive numbers on streaming services, break records and earn awards.
He recently won the ‘Best Male Artiste’ and ‘Digital Artiste Of The Year’ at the just concluded 16th Headies.
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You Have The Most Views On YouTube In The Entire History Of Nigerian Music – Davido Hails Rema

Afrobeats star, Davido has shown support for his younger colleague, Rema as he hails him for his achievements on YouTube and in the Nigerian music industry.

In a recently uploaded video, Davido expressed to Rema that he has broken numerous records, including having the most views on his YouTube videos and establishing a prominent name in the Nigerian music scene.

Davido’s remarks have drawn considerable attention, with many concerned Nigerians expressing their opinions on the matter in the comment section.

See some reactions below:

heislove_light: “Davido even after what happened between him and Rema in the past. He still love and support the new cat.”

comedian_aboki44: “Normally davido dey give credit to everybody like take your % i collect my own.”

222princekay: “Humble man ke? If he no give am who him wan come give. Rema is undoubtably the top new cat, everybody knows.”

mosh001o: “No be only song Davido sabi ooo the man is kind and helpful.”

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If Your Man Is Not Paying Your Bills, You Are Single – Rema Tells Ladies

Afrobeats star, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema has caused a stir online over a comment he made during a stage performance.

The ‘Calm Down’ crooner stated that ladies should consider themselves single if their partners do not support them financially by paying their bills.

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My Daughter Excited I’ll See Burna Boy, Rema In Nigeria — Bill Gates

American business magnate and cofounder of Microsoft, Bill Gates has disclosed that  youngest daughter, Phoebe, was excited he would see superstars like Burna Boy and Rema, during his visit to Nigeria.

He said this on Wednesday while delivering his opening address at an event in Lagos State.

Recall that Gates and Aliko Dangote visited President Bola Tinubu on Monday.

The visitation was part of the Gates Foundation’s commitment to working closely with communities and leaders to support innovation.

Gates disclosed the 20-year-old excitement over his visit to Nigeria and the possibility of meeting Afrobeats stars such as Burna Boy and Rema.

“When my daughter Phoebe heard I was coming to Nigeria, she said, “You’re lucky because you get to see Burna Boy and Rema, so I had to look them up…because I’m so ‘hip’. But I remember the last time I was here, I got to see Davido & Wizkid perform,” the philanthropist said.

Gates added that Nigeria is filled with creative minds and Afrobeats from Nigeria are popular everywhere.

“Of course, being here in Nigeria, I can’t help but mention the amazing creativity that goes on here.

“Afrobeats from Nigeria are popular everywhere. When my daughter Phoebe heard I was coming to Nigeria, she said, ‘You’re lucky to go see Burna Boy and Rema,” he said.

He further recalled his last visit to Nigeria seeing Davido and Wizkid perform.

“But I also remember, the last time I was here, I did get to see Davido and Wizkid perform and I was quite impressed with that. So, my kids think I’ve come to a very hip place,” he added.

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Congrats Uncle B — Rema Hails Burna Boy On Selling Out London Stadium

Rema, the superstar Afrobeat singer, has hailed his senior colleague, Burna Boy.

Rema showered accolades on Burna Boy, the Grammy award musician, following the sell-out of the 80K capacity London Stadium.

Recall that the self-acclaimed African Giant sold out the 80K capacity and set a record as the first African artiste to ever do so.

Following the feat, Rema took to his Instagram story to shower accolades on the singer for being an inspiration to upcoming singers, to the entertainment industry and to Nigeria at large.

“Big congrats Uncle B. You say African Giant & you stand on it!

“God strengthen you to keep inspiring the boys True icon. Love u OG,” he wrote.

Aside from the latest achievement, Burna Boy has consistently made history with his remarkable artistry over the years.

His previous accomplishments include selling out the renowned Arena in London and the impressive 40,000-capacity La Defense Arena in Paris on Saturday, May 20, 2023.

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Rema Enters Guinness World Record With Hit Track ‘Calm Down’

Superstar Nigerian singer, Rema has achieved a significant milestone as he enters the Guinness World Book of Records.

The Benin-born music star achieved the feat with his global hit song ‘Calm Down’ which made history as the First No.1 Hit on The Official MENA Chart (the world’s first regional streaming chart).

Guinness World Record recognised the singer for achieving the historic feat in a statement on its website recently.

According to the statement, Rema was being recognised for securing the first number 1 hit on the world’s first regional streaming chart and first-ever official chart in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ debuted at No. 1 when the MENA Chart was launched by the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) on November 29, 2022.

The song topped the chart for over two months.

He now joins Femi Kuti and Wizkid as Nigerian musicians with World Guinness records.

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