Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema eulogized Burna Boy ahead of his 02 Arena concert in London.
Rema, whose meteoric rise in the music industry has captured the hearts of fans worldwide, recently headlined a successful concert at the famous London venue.
Ahead of the Ravage Uprising Concert, the Calm Down hitmaker took to social media to express his heartfelt gratitude to Burna Boy.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), recounted how Burna Boy brought him out for his first 02 Arena appearance a few years ago.
Before I get on stage, I want to say a big thank you to @burnaboy for bringing me on stage 2 years ago. Today it’s my turn to conquer that same stage and I wish you were here to share this moment with me. Regardless, I’m grateful for the motivation.
With love, Rema. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/o92EqxJvh7— REMA (@heisrema) November 14, 2023Related stories
Why he is grateful to Burna Boy
In 2020, Burna Boy, a heavyweight in the Nigerian music scene, played a pivotal role in Rema’s career. He invited Rema to share the stage with him at his 02 Arena concert, marking a significant moment for the youngster.
The opportunity served as a catalyst for Rema’s career, exposing him to a broader audience and solidifying his presence in the industry.
Fast forward to the present, and Rema has become a force to be reckoned with in the global music scene. His unique style, coupled with his energetic performances, has garnered him a dedicated fan base.
The Ravage Uprising Concert at the O2 Arena was a testament to Rema’s remarkable ascent in the industry as the show was a huge success.
The recent tweet expressing gratitude to Burna Boy showed Rema’s humility and the supportive relationships within the Nigerian music fraternity.
As Rema stepped onto the O2 Arena stage, it marked a full-circle moment from his humble beginnings to becoming a headline act at one of the world’s most prestigious venues.
Rema delivers sterling performance at 2023 Ballon d’Or
Meanwhile, Rema, delivered a sterling performance at this year’s Ballon d’Or held in Paris, France.
As usual, he brought on his A-game with twerking dancers while serenading guests with his award-winning Calm Down melody.
Drapped in a black outfit, the 23-year-old took control of the stage to do what he does best. He went a step further to exchange handshakes with top footballers, including French international, Killian Mbappe.