Rema, born Divine Ikubor, describes his unique blend of Afrobeats, trap, and Arabian influences as "Afrorave".
The song was inspired by a real-life encounter at a party where Rema met a girl in a yellow dress. After her friends initially acted "stuck up," she eventually "calmed down" to dance and talk with him. Rema Calm Down (Official Music
The song's longevity on global charts is historic, particularly in the United States and the Middle East: Rema, born Divine Ikubor, describes his unique blend
The official music videos for "Calm Down" have shattered numerous digital records for African artists: The song's longevity on global charts is historic,
The track features a "melancholy slow jam" vibe with a hypnotic draw designed to linger in the listener's mind. Music Video Performance
As of April 2026, the video remains the most-viewed music video by a Nigerian artist and the most-watched African video of all time.