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Rema, the Afrorave sensation, has taken the global music stage by storm since his debut in March 2019. Emerging from the vibrant cultural landscape of Africa, Rema introduced himself to the world through his self-titled debut EP, featuring the genre-defining hits “Corny,” “Dumebi,” and “Iron Man.” The latter was even featured on Barack Obama’s coveted Summer Playlist, marking just the beginning of Rema's international acclaim. These initial releases ushered in a new era for African pop, showcasing his incredible ability to blend rhythms, melodies, and lyrics into a uniquely captivating sound.
His projects since debut, including two more in 2019 itself, are exceptional testaments to Rema's sonic versatility and inherent capacity for creating chart-topping hits. With over 200 million combined streams worldwide, Rema has proved himself a formidable force in the music industry at a remarkably early stage in his career. He continues to champion African music on the global stage, spearheading a fresh wave of continental hitmakers.
The 23-year-old had an astronomical rise to fame, marked by high-profile endorsements from global publications like Fader & Dazed, along with notable features in Pitchfork and Rolling Stone. His track “Iron Man” was listed one of the best 50 songs of 2019, a testament to his compelling musical ability.
In 2020, Rema further showcased his range with the double release of “Beamer (Bad Boys)” and “Rainbow”, as well as the chart-topping singles “Ginger Me” and “Woman”. His consistent output of infectious, groove-inducing music further solidified his global prominence in the music industry.
The following year, Rema unveiled ‘Soundgasm’, an offering that aptly exemplified the new genre pioneered by him, garnering over 100 million streams across all platforms. This song represented a harmony of sensuality and sound, where pleasure and hearing intersected, once more reaffirming his boundary-pushing artistry.
In 2022, he released his debut album, Rave and Roses. This was followed by a sold-out 14-city tour in the United States and a massive collaboration with Selena Gomez on his hit track "Calm Down," which has accomplished over 907.7 million streams on Spotify—making it Rema's most-streamed track. Today, his total Spotify streams tally over 2.3 billion, making his grip on streaming charts iron-tight.
Whether it's his infectious tunes, charisma, or sheer talent, Rema's trajectory towards global stardom has been meteoric, and only looks set to soar higher. His music strikes a resonant chord with listeners across the globe, blending traditional African sounds with contemporary pop elements in a vibrant, genre-bending fashion. Embarking on a global mission to propagate African music, Rema's artistic persona is a powerful testament to the limitless potential of Afrorave. Through his music, he not only enraptures listeners with his unique sound but also carves out a significant space for African music in the global soundscape.
His projects since debut, including two more in 2019 itself, are exceptional testaments to Rema's sonic versatility and inherent capacity for creating chart-topping hits. With over 200 million combined streams worldwide, Rema has proved himself a formidable force in the music industry at a remarkably early stage in his career. He continues to champion African music on the global stage, spearheading a fresh wave of continental hitmakers.
The 23-year-old had an astronomical rise to fame, marked by high-profile endorsements from global publications like Fader & Dazed, along with notable features in Pitchfork and Rolling Stone. His track “Iron Man” was listed one of the best 50 songs of 2019, a testament to his compelling musical ability.
In 2020, Rema further showcased his range with the double release of “Beamer (Bad Boys)” and “Rainbow”, as well as the chart-topping singles “Ginger Me” and “Woman”. His consistent output of infectious, groove-inducing music further solidified his global prominence in the music industry.
The following year, Rema unveiled ‘Soundgasm’, an offering that aptly exemplified the new genre pioneered by him, garnering over 100 million streams across all platforms. This song represented a harmony of sensuality and sound, where pleasure and hearing intersected, once more reaffirming his boundary-pushing artistry.
In 2022, he released his debut album, Rave and Roses. This was followed by a sold-out 14-city tour in the United States and a massive collaboration with Selena Gomez on his hit track "Calm Down," which has accomplished over 907.7 million streams on Spotify—making it Rema's most-streamed track. Today, his total Spotify streams tally over 2.3 billion, making his grip on streaming charts iron-tight.
Whether it's his infectious tunes, charisma, or sheer talent, Rema's trajectory towards global stardom has been meteoric, and only looks set to soar higher. His music strikes a resonant chord with listeners across the globe, blending traditional African sounds with contemporary pop elements in a vibrant, genre-bending fashion. Embarking on a global mission to propagate African music, Rema's artistic persona is a powerful testament to the limitless potential of Afrorave. Through his music, he not only enraptures listeners with his unique sound but also carves out a significant space for African music in the global soundscape.
Monthly listeners
26,224,059
Followers
4,365,696
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Most popular tracks
| Track | Plays | Duration | Release date | |
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1,346,450,177 | 3:59 | 2022-08-25 | |
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569,557,201 | 3:40 | 2022-02-10 | |
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138,037,420 | 3:48 | 2023-09-22 | |
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136,828,913 | 3:25 | 2021-06-10 | |
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121,616,007 | 2:60 | 2019-03-22 | |
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117,082,290 | 3:40 | 2023-03-22 | |
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104,276,398 | 3:25 | 2023-04-26 | |
![Ayo Girl (Fayahh Beat) [feat. Rema]](https://i.scdn.co/image/ab67616d0000b2733d39fc813899b38b4efb80eb)
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48,800,201 | 2:45 | 2022-03-15 | |
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43,887,268 | 1:51 | 2020-05-21 | |
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42,703,476 | 3:47 | 2019-03-22 |
![Ayo Girl (Fayahh Beat) [feat. Rema & Tempoe]](https://i.scdn.co/image/ab67616d0000b273a559cd843284d5592ef4ab22)
![Simple Things [Feat. Tory Lanez & Rema]](https://i.scdn.co/image/ab67616d0000b2737c1f6448c0efc14ba386e17f)
![Roadside (+234 Remix) [feat. Rema & Ayra Starr]](https://i.scdn.co/image/ab67616d0000b27346fddeb5a2ce5898f6dbc313)
![Sad Girls (feat. Rema) [Clean Bandit VIP Remix]](https://i.scdn.co/image/ab67616d0000b273a79291c7f73fc6cafedaa5dc)
New releases
2023-08-03
[Universal-Island Records Ltd.]
