Renowned Nigerian singer and Afrobeats luminary, Divine Ikubor, widely known as Rema, has expressed his desire to forge musical collaborations with prominent American female superstars such as Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion. Rema shared this aspiration during an interview with Hollywood Reporter at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards held in New Jersey on Tuesday.
In the interview, Rema underlined his enthusiasm for collaborating with female celebrities, emphasizing the desire to expand his artistic horizons. Specifically, he mentioned the acclaimed rappers Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion as some of the American artists he eagerly anticipates working with in the near future. Rema stated, “I’m hoping to meet Meg [Thee Stallion], Nicki [Minaj] for possible collaborations. Who else? Yeah, I wanna link up with girls dem.”
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This revelation comes hot on the heels of Rema’s recent success with the chart-topping hit “Calm Down,” a collaboration with American singer Selena Gomez.
Rema’s star continues to rise, and his influence on the global music scene is unmistakable. Notably, during the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, USA, Rema achieved a significant milestone by clinching the title of “Best Afrobeats Song.” This accolade marked Rema as the inaugural recipient of this newly established category, solidifying his status as a trailblazer in the Afrobeats genre.
In a highly competitive field that included heavyweights like Wizkid, Davido, and Burna Boy, Rema’s musical prowess and unique style earned him the distinction of being the first-ever winner of the “Best Afrobeats Song” award at the prestigious MTV Video Music Awards.
As Rema’s star continues to shine, fans and music enthusiasts worldwide eagerly await the outcome of his potential collaborations with American female superstars, which promise to further elevate his standing in the global music landscape.
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