Divine Ikubor, professionally known as Rema, is a Nigerian Afrobeats singer, songwriter, and performer who has taken the global music scene by storm. Born on May 1, 2000, in Benin City, Nigeria, he gained international recognition for pioneering the Afro-rave sound—a fusion of Afrobeats, trap, and EDM influences.

Early Life & Music Breakthrough
Rema’s music journey began in church, where he honed his vocal and performance skills. In 2019, he signed with Mavin Records and released his self-titled debut EP, featuring the viral hit “Dumebi”, which catapulted him to fame.

Chart-Topping Hits & Global Success
Rema has since delivered multiple hit songs, including:

“Calm Down” – His biggest international hit, with a remix featuring Selena Gomez, charting on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning over a billion streams.
“Bounce”, “Soundgasm”, “Iron Man”, and “Charm” – Defining tracks of his unique Afro-rave style.
Awards & Achievements
MTV Europe Music Award for Best African Act
Headies Award for Next Rated
Billboard & Apple Music chart success
BET Award nominee for Best International Act
Latest Album: “Rave & Roses”
Rema’s debut studio album, “Rave & Roses” (2022), solidified his status as a global music icon, featuring international collaborations and showcasing his versatility.

Why Rema is a Global Afrobeats Icon
Pioneer of Afro-rave – A fresh take on Afrobeats
International Chart Success – “Calm Down” remix with Selena Gomez
Global Collaborations – Working with top artists worldwide
Expanding Afrobeats to the world – A new wave of Nigerian music influence