Rema Makes History as ‘Rave & Roses Ultra’ Becomes First African Album to Hit 3 Billion YouTube Streams


Rema Makes History as ‘Rave & Roses Ultra’ Becomes First African Album to Hit 3 Billion YouTube Streams
Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema has etched his name into the global music history books as his debut album, Rave & Roses Ultra, becomes the first African album to surpass 3 billion streams on YouTube Music. This groundbreaking milestone is largely fueled by the global success of his chart-topping single “Calm Down” and its massively popular remix featuring Selena Gomez. The remix not only widened Rema’s reach into the international market but also played a key role in driving unprecedented streaming numbers. Originally released in March 2022 under Jonzing World and Mavin Records, Rave & Roses was later re-released as Rave & Roses Ultra in April 2023, featuring four additional tracks. The album includes collaborations with global stars like 6lack, Chris...