In 2023, Rema achieved unprecedented international acclaim with his chart-topping single ‘Calm Down’, securing record positions across multiple countries.
Building on this global success, Rema unveiled his latest project, a 5-track EP titled ‘RAVAGE’, which hit streaming platforms on October 27, 2023.
TurnTable Chart, Nigeria’s premier music chart publication, reported that ‘RAVAGE’ EP shattered the previous first-day streaming record for an EP on Spotify Nigeria.
Within its inaugural 24 hours, ‘RAVAGE’ EP amassed an impressive 957,378 streams on Spotify Nigeria, setting a remarkable new standard.
.@heisrema’s ‘RAVAGE -EP’ recorded 957,378 streams in Nigeria on its first day
— TurnTable Charts (@TurntableCharts) October 29, 2023
It is the biggest first-day stream for an EP on Spotify Nigeria pic.twitter.com/40kSFycNsi
This EP marks a powerful conclusion to a phenomenal year for Rema, following the widespread success of his collaboration with Selena Gomez on ‘Calm Down’. The track achieved notable milestones, reaching the No. 3 spot on the US Billboard Hot 100 and UK Official Singles Chart. It dominated charts in the Middle East, India, and North Africa, while also becoming the most-streamed Afrobeats song on both Spotify and YouTube.
With ‘RAVAGE’ EP, Rema cements his status as a leading figure in the Afrobeats genre, showcasing his distinct style that sets him apart as a talent of his generation.
The EP’s record-breaking performance underscores Rema’s enduring popularity in Nigeria, where he continues to captivate audiences.
