Divine Ikubor, known globally by his stage name Rema, was born on May 1, 2000, in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. Growing up in Benin City, he honed his artistic skills in local church groups before pursuing a professional music career.
Rema caught national attention in 2018 after posting a viral freestyle to D’Prince’s track “Gucci Gang.” Impressed by his unique flow, D’Prince brought him to Lagos and signed him to Jonzing World, an imprint of Mavin Records.
He burst into mainstream fame in 2019 with his self-titled debut EP, anchored by the smash hit single “Dumebi.” The track showcased his signature “Afrorave” sound, blending Indian melody structures with infectious Afrobeats rhythms.
Rema reached international superstardom with his 2022 debut album “Rave & Roses,” featuring the global anthem “Calm Down.” The remix with Selena Gomez shattered streaming records worldwide, spending over 200 weeks on the Billboard World Albums chart. He followed up with his sophomore album “HEIS” in 2024.
His remarkable career includes multiple Headies Awards, an MTV Video Music Award, and a Grammy nomination for Best Global Music Album, making him one of the most decorated young African artists in history.
In late 2026, Rema continues to trend heavily following his successful “HEIS” world tour and chart-topping singles like “Oh No.” His debut album also recently crossed landmark streaming numbers on global platforms.
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