Nigerian Afrobeats singer Rema has made history with his hit song “Calm Down.” The song has now surpassed CKay’s “Love Nwantiti” to become the most streamed Afrobeats song in US history.
“Calm Down” was released in 2021 and quickly became a global hit. The song’s catchy melody and relatable lyrics resonated with listeners around the world. In the US, the song peaked at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became the first Afrobeats song to top the American radio chart.
The song’s success has been attributed to a number of factors, including Rema’s rising star power, the song’s virality on social media, and the remix featuring American singer Selena Gomez. “Calm Down” has now surpassed half a billion streams on Spotify and YouTube, making it one of the most popular Afrobeats songs of all time.
Rema’s achievement is a significant moment for Afrobeats music. The genre has been growing in popularity in the US in recent years, and “Calm Down” is a testament to its global appeal. The song’s success is likely to help further popularize Afrobeats in the US and around the world.
