Nigerian music sensation Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has honored Afrobeats legend D’Banj for laying the foundation for the global rise of Afrobeats.
During his sold-out concert at London’s O2 Arena on Sunday night, Rema invited the iconic “Oliver Twist” crooner on stage and publicly expressed deep appreciation for D’Banj’s pioneering role in taking Afrobeats beyond Africa.
“First of all, I want to appreciate you for opening the doors. We [the new generation of artists] did not do it alone.
You and Don Jazzy held it down. Y’all opened that door.
I appreciate you for life. I love you from the bottom of my heart.
If you never existed, I would have never existed,” Rema declared.
D’Banj’s Influence on Afrobeats
Rema noted that D’Banj’s 2012 international hit “Oliver Twist” was the first Nigerian song to break into the UK Official Top 10 Chart, setting a major precedent for African artists in the UK and across the world.
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He emphasized that D’Banj’s collaboration with Don Jazzy under the iconic Mo’Hits Records label was pivotal in opening international doors for Nigerian artists and shaping the sound now known globally as Afrobeats.
A Moment of Unity and Legacy
The emotional tribute marked a powerful moment of unity between two generations of Nigerian music. While Rema is currently one of the genre’s global ambassadors, he humbly acknowledged that his success stands on the legacy of icons like D’Banj.
Rema’s statement reinforced the narrative of intergenerational respect, legacy, and the global growth of Nigerian music, especially as Afrobeats continues to dominate international charts and music festivals.
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