Afrobeats artist Rema won the maiden “Best Afrobeats Song” category at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards in New Jersey, USA, on 12.09.2023. Nominated alongside Burna Boy, Wizkid, Ayra Starr, and Davido, Rema clinched the award for his hit song Calm Down with Selena Gomez.
In his acceptance speech, Rema acknowledged the contributions of African artists who paved the way for him including the likes of Dbang, Fela Kuti, 2Baba, and Timaya. Selena Gomez joined him on stage and when asked to speak by Rema thanked the artist for allowing her to be part of the song and showed love for Nigeria.
