Nigerian Afrobeats singer Rema has been nominated for six categories at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs). The nominations were announced on Thursday, October 26, 2023.
Rema is nominated for Top Afrobeats Artist, Top Radio Song, Top Collaboration, Top Billboard Global 200 Song, Top Billboard Global (Excl. U.S.), and Top Afrobeats Song. His nomination for Top Afrobeats Artist is a testament to his global impact and success.
Rema’s hit single “Calm Down” has been a global sensation, reaching number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song has also been certified platinum in several countries. The nominations for Top Radio Song and Top Collaboration are likely due to the success of “Calm Down” and his other collaborations, such as “FYN” with Chris Brown and “Soundgasm” with Selena Gomez.
Rema’s nomination for Top Billboard Global 200 Song and Top Billboard Global (Excl. U.S.) is a testament to his global reach. His music is popular all over the world, and he has a large fan base in Africa, Europe, and the Americas.
Rema’s nomination for Top Afrobeats Song is a recognition of his contributions to the Afrobeats genre. He is one of the most popular and successful Afrobeats artists in the world, and he is helping to bring the genre to a global audience.
Rema will be competing against some of the biggest names in music at the BBMAs, including Taylor Swift, Morgan Wallen, and SZA. However, he has a chance to win in all six categories that he is nominated for. He is a talented artist with a global following, and he is sure to put on a great show at the BBMAs.
Other Nigerian Artists Nominated for BBMAs
In addition to Rema, several other Nigerian artists have been nominated for BBMAs. Burna Boy is nominated for Top Afrobeats Artist and Top Male Artist. Tems is nominated for Top Afrobeats Artist, Top Female Artist, and Top Collaboration. Wizkid is nominated for Top Afrobeats Artist and Top Male Artist. Ayra Starr, Oxlade, and Victony are all nominated for Top New Artist.
The nominations for the 2023 BBMAs are a testament to the success of Nigerian music on a global scale. Nigerian artists are dominating the Afrobeats genre, and they are also making a significant impact on the mainstream music industry.
The BBMAs are one of the most prestigious music awards ceremonies in the world, and the nominations for Nigerian artists are a sign that they are being recognized for their talent and success.
Rema’s nomination for six Billboard Music Awards is a testament to his global impact and success. He is one of the most popular and talented Afrobeats artists in the world, and he is helping to bring the genre to a global audience. We wish him all the best at the BBMAs!
