Rema’s album ‘Raves & Roses’ has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 100 weeks on the Billboard 200 Global Chart. This accomplishment solidifies Rema’s position in the global music scene and underscores his impact on Afrobeats as a Nigerian artist.
Boosted by the success of his hit single ‘Calm Down’, ‘Raves & Roses’ has continued to resonate with audiences, particularly in the United States where it has maintained a strong presence on the charts. This achievement places Rema second only to Wizkid’s ‘Made In Lagos’, which holds the record for spending 133 weeks on the Billboard 200 chart among Nigerian albums.
‘Rema’s success with ‘Calm Down’ has been particularly notable, earning him multiple accolades including a Guinness World Record for being the first song to reach No. 1 on the MENA chart. The song also reached a peak of #3 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking it as one of the highest-charting tracks by a Nigerian artist on this prestigious chart. Additionally, ‘Calm Down’ has achieved 4X RIAA Platinum certification and became the first African song to surpass 1 billion streams in the United States.
In 2024, Rema continues to build on his success with new releases like ‘Benin Boys’, a collaboration with Shallipopi, which debuted at No. 1 on the TurnTable Top 100 chart. This ongoing momentum underscores Rema’s status as a trailblazer in Nigerian and global music, pushing boundaries and setting new standards for Afrobeats on the international stage.
