Rema, whose real name is Divine Ikubor, is a Nigerian singer, rapper and songwriter. He was born on May 1, 2000 in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. He grew up in a family of six and began his music career at a young age, performing in church choirs and local talent shows.
In 2018, Rema was discovered by D’Prince, a member of the popular Nigerian music group Mavin Records. D’Prince had come across a freestyle video of Rema on Instagram and was impressed with his talent. He immediately signed him to Mavin Records, which marked the beginning of Rema's music career.
Rema's first single "Iron Man" was released in March 2019 and quickly became a hit in Nigeria. The song was featured on Barack Obama's 2019 summer playlist, which brought him international attention. He followed up with his self-titled debut EP, which featured four tracks including "Dumebi" and "Why". The EP received positive reviews from critics and fans, and further cemented Rema's place in the Nigerian music industry.
In June 2019, Rema won the Next Rated award at the Headies Awards, one of the most prestigious music awards in Nigeria. The award is given to the best new artist in the Nigerian music industry, and Rema's win was seen as a validation of his talent and hard work.
In October 2019, Rema released another EP titled "Bad Commando". The EP featured four tracks including "Lady" and "Rewind", and received positive reviews from critics and fans alike. The EP helped to further establish Rema as one of the leading artists in the Nigerian music industry.
In 2020, Rema continued to release hit singles, including "Beamer (Bad Boys)", "Ginger Me" and "Woman". He also collaborated with other artists, including American rapper 6lack on the remix of his hit single "Dumebi". In September 2020, Rema was named as one of the 2020 Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 in the entertainment category, a prestigious recognition of his talent and success.
In March 2021, Rema released his highly anticipated debut album "Rave and Roses". The album features 12 tracks and includes hit singles like "Soundgasm" and "Bounce". The album received positive reviews from critics and fans, and further solidified Rema's position as one of the leading artists in the Nigerian music industry.
Rema's music is known for its fusion of Afrobeats, hip-hop, and trap, and his unique style and sound have helped him to stand out in a crowded Nigerian music industry. He is also known for his fashion sense, which has been praised by fans and fashion critics alike.
In addition to his music career, Rema is also a philanthropist and has used his platform to raise awareness about social issues in Nigeria. He has worked with organizations like the African Children's Talent Discovery Foundation to help young people in Nigeria achieve their dreams.
Overall, Rema has achieved a lot in his short music career, and his talent and hard work have helped him to become one of the leading artists in the Nigerian music industry. With his unique sound and style, he is sure to continue making waves both in Nigeria and beyond

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