Published
On November 12,2024
By OMONIYI BLESSING
The global smash hit “Calm Down” by Rema has achieved a landmark milestone for Afrobeats, becoming the first Nigerian song to surpass 1 billion Spotify streams, proving the genre’s undeniable popularity.
“Calm Down” has achieved unprecedented success in the United States, becoming the first Nigerian song to reach 1 billion streams. It’s also the highest-charting Afrobeats song in Billboard history, peaking at No. 3 and staying on the charts for over a year. The song’s immense popularity has earned it a 7x RIAA Platinum certification, making it the second most certified RIAA plaque for an Afrobeats song.
“Calm Down,” Rema’s global smash hit, won the 2023 VMA for Best Afrobeats, showcasing its undeniable international appeal. The song’s success extends beyond awards, topping charts in India and the Middle East and even earning a Guinness World Record, solidifying Rema’s status as a global phenomenon.
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