The track features a "melancholy slow jam" vibe with a hypnotic draw designed to linger in the listener's mind. Music Video Performance
Rema, born Divine Ikubor, describes his unique blend of Afrobeats, trap, and Arabian influences as "Afrorave". Rema Calm Down (Official Music
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. The track features a "melancholy slow jam" vibe
"Calm Down" by Rema is the most successful Afrobeats song of all time, serving as a global breakthrough that redefined the genre's international reach. Originally released in February 2022 as a single from his debut album Rave & Roses , the track achieved unprecedented success following a remix featuring American pop star Selena Gomez in August 2022. "Calm Down" by Rema is the most successful
The remix music video hit 1 billion views on November 8, 2024, making it Rema's first and Selena Gomez's third video to reach this mark.