Afrobeats sensation Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has made history by becoming the most streamed Nigerian artist on YouTube in the first quarter of 2025. This achievement places him ahead of industry heavyweights like Burna Boy, Davido, and Wizkid.
Rema’s global hit Calm Down played a pivotal role in this milestone, surpassing 1 billion streams and setting a new benchmark for Nigerian music on the global stage. Additionally, his recent single Baby (Is It A Crime) has garnered 14 million views, earning it the second spot as the most-streamed Nigerian song on YouTube this year.
Other top artists rounding out the list include Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Davido, and Wizkid, but Rema remains firmly at the top. Since his breakout in 2019 with the viral hit Dumebi, Rema has continued to dominate the Afrobeats scene with tracks like Iron Man, Ginger Me, Bounce, and Soundgasm. His accolades include the Headies Next Rated Award (2019), an MTV Europe Music Award, and multiple BET nominations.
Fans are now eagerly anticipating Rema's upcoming single Bout U, set for release on April 11, 2025. The track has already generated significant buzz across social media platforms, further cementing his status as a global Afrobeats icon.