Calm Down by Rema Ft Selena Gomez Surpasses 1 Billion Spotify Streams

Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema, whose real name is Divine Ikubor, has achieved global success with his hit song “Calm Down” featuring American superstar Selena Gomez. Known for his breakout single “Dumebi,” he continues to shine as one of Africa’s biggest music exports. Signed under Jonzing World, affiliated with Mavin Records, Rema teamed up with Selena Gomez, a Grammy-winning singer, actress, and producer famous for her soft vocals and major influence in pop culture.

Their collaboration on the “Calm Down (Remix)” became a worldwide hit after its 2022 release. The song reached No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and stayed at No. 1 on the U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart for 52 weeks, a record-breaking achievement. It also gave Selena her first No. 1 on the Radio Songs chart and marked Rema’s biggest global milestone.

The success of “Calm Down” not only highlighted Rema’s talent but also helped bring Afrobeats further into the global spotlight. The song’s infectious rhythm and cross-cultural blend proved how music can connect the world, making Rema and Selena Gomez one of the most powerful duos in modern music.