Rema’s “Calm Down” has become a standout in Afrobeats, topping charts globally and achieving record-breaking streaming numbers.
The music video, featuring Selena Gomez, has now reached an impressive 700 million views, contributing to the cumulative total of over 1 billion views for both the original and the Selena Gomez-assisted versions. The latter aims to become the first Nigerian music video to reach 1 billion views.
Released in February 2022 as a lead single from Rema’s debut album, “Calm Down” has experienced unprecedented success across Africa and beyond. It secured the top spot on charts in North Africa, India, and the Middle East, earning Rema a Guinness World Record. The single reached No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and the UK Singles Chart in Nigeria and charted in various European countries.
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“Calm Down” recently won the inaugural Afrobeats category at the 2023 MTV EMAs, surpassing competition from other superstars like Davido, Burna Boy, and Asake. As Afrobeats gains international recognition, Rema’s “Calm Down” has emerged as the continent’s most significant exported song, earning him global acclaim and commercial success, solidifying his position as one of Afrobeats’ leading artists.
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