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Rema changed my life forever by featuring me in his song: Selena Gomez

The hit song was released on February 11, 2022, from Rema’s ‘Rave and Roses’ album.

• July 2, 2023
Rema and Selena Gomez
Rema and Selena Gomez

American singer, Selena Gomez, has sent a heartwarming appreciation message to Nigerian music artist Rema for featuring her in the remix of his hit song, ‘calm down’.


On her verified Instagram page, the multi-talented artist shared a picture of herself alongside Rema, appreciating him for “changing her life” by “choosing her” to be part of the groundbreaking hit ‘calm down’.


“This man has changed my life forever. Rema thank you for choosing me to be part of one of the biggest songs in the world, love you forever,” she said.


The hit song was released on February 11, 2022, from Rema’s ‘Rave and Roses’ album. On August 25, 2022, the ‘calm down’ remix featuring Selena Gomez was released, following a trendy music video in September.


‘Calm down’ topped most music charts after its release, including Spotify’s top 10 Afrobeats, UK chart, U.S. Radio, Mena chart, Billboard and many more. It was also named the “most played” song on U.S. radio.

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