Rema Makes Spotify History as Rave & Roses (Ultra) Surpasses
3.2B Streams: Rema’s Rave & Roses (Ultra) Becomes First African Album to Hit the Milestone.
Rema has etched his name even deeper into music history as Rave & Roses (Ultra) officially surpasses 3.2 billion streams on Spotify, making it the first African album ever to reach such a milestone on the platform.
The achievement highlights the album’s remarkable global reach and longevity. Powered by genre-blending records, chart-topping singles, and steady worldwide listener engagement, Rave & Roses (Ultra) has continued to rack up streams long after its release, proving its lasting appeal across different markets.
Beyond the numbers, the moment speaks to a broader shift. The project has consistently pushed boundaries and raised expectations for African music on the world stage, showing that albums from the continent can not only compete globally but also maintain dominance over time.
With this feat, Rema further cements his position as a generational star, while Rave & Roses (Ultra) stands as a landmark chapter in African pop history, a clear statement that African albums can endure, excel, and thrive at the very highest levels of global streaming.
In other news, Rema sparked excitement across social media following an unexpected visit to his childhood neighborhood in Benin City, Edo State.
The surprise appearance quickly turned into a mini homecoming as residents poured into the streets to catch a glimpse of the global music star.
In several videos that later surfaced online, Rema was seen strolling through familiar corners of the area, exchanging warm greetings with old friends and neighbours who could hardly hide their excitement.
As word of his presence spread, the usually calm neighbourhood came alive with cheers and chants of “Divine, we love you!” echoing through the streets as fans celebrated the rare and emotional moment.
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