Here are 10 facts about the Nigerian artist Rema (Divine Ikubor):
1. Started with Church Music: Before becoming a global Afrobeat star, Rema honed his musical skills in a church choir, which contributed to his melodic sensibilities.
2. Discovered by D'Prince: Rema was discovered by D'Prince, a musician and record executive who is the younger brother of Don Jazzy. This connection led to his signing with Jonzing World, a subsidiary of Mavin Records.
3. Musical Versatility: While known for Afrobeat, Rema has explored several other genres, including trap, hip-hop, and Indian music influences, blending them seamlessly into his work.
4. First Song Success: His debut single "Iron Man" was featured on former U.S. President Barack Obama's 2019 summer playlist, gaining him global recognition early in his career.
5. Came from Humble Beginnings: Rema grew up in a low-income family in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria, where he experienced hardship following the death of his father and brother at a young age.
6. Invented "Afrorave": Rema coined the term "Afrorave" to describe his unique music style, which blends Afrobeat with elements of Indian and Middle Eastern sounds.
7. Teenage Breakthrough: Rema was only 18 when he achieved mainstream success, making him one of Nigeria's youngest breakthrough artists.
8. Multilingual Skills: Rema speaks multiple languages, including English, Pidgin English, and his native Edo, but he has also hinted at wanting to expand his language repertoire for music.
9. Visual Artist: Aside from music, Rema has shown a passion for visual arts, often sketching and expressing his creativity through drawing during his free time.
10. Personal Philosophy: Rema has mentioned in interviews that he believes in destiny and feels his career is part of a divine plan, which he reflects in his faith-based approach to life.
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