As Afrobeats gains increasing prominence, Nigerian musicians are achieving remarkable commercial success, earning global accolades, selling out prestigious venues, and collaborating with international stars.
2023 American breakout sensation, Ice Spice, has revealed an exciting collaboration with renowned Nigerian artist Rema. Ice Spice took to X (formerly Twitter) on October 11, 2023, to announce their joint project titled ‘Pretty Girl’.
pretty girl ft rema this friday 🩵 pic.twitter.com/JRogBxZhhg
— Ice Spice ☆ (@icespicee_) October 11, 2023
This revelation has sparked enthusiasm among fans, eager to experience the creative fusion between Ice Spice and one of Nigeria’s top talents.
Rema has witnessed a stellar 2023, propelled by the phenomenal success of his hit single ‘Calm Down’ featuring Selena Gomez. The track soared to a remarkable peak at number 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and remained on the chart for over 52 weeks. ‘Calm Down’ has been certified in numerous countries, including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Spain, among others.
Adding to his accolades, the song ‘Calm Down’ recently clinched the title of Best Afrobeats Song at the VMAs, triumphing over competition from megastars like Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy.
This collaboration between Rema and Ice Spice represents a significant milestone in the global acceptance of Afrobeats, further solidifying Rema’s position as the chosen superstar to elevate Afrobeats to unparalleled heights.