Nigerian music sensation Divine Ikubor, widely recognized as Rema, clinched the inaugural Best Afrobeats accolade at the MTV Video Music Awards held in Newark, New Jersey, United States of America on Tuesday.

Rema's victory was attributed to his joint project with international superstar Selena Gomez, the track titled 'Calm Down.'

The organizers of the event introduced the Best Afrobeats category for the first time in the 2023 edition.


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Rema's 'Calm Down,' was nominated alongside Burna Boy's 'It's Plenty,' Davido feat Musa Key's 'Unavailable,' Ayra Starr's 'Rush,' Libianca's 'People,' Wizkid feat Ayrra Starr's '2 Sugar,' and Fireboy DML's 'Bandana.

Burna Boy and Davido were the top winners at the MTV Video Music Awards 2023, which honored musical excellence in Africa. The illustrious occasion, which took place in Newark, New Jersey, demonstrated the influence of Nigerian music on the world stage.

Burna Boy won the prize for Best Global Act thanks to his distinctive Afrofusion sound. This acknowledgment highlights his appeal to audiences around. Burna Boy has risen to the top of the international music industry because of his energetic performances and socially minded songs.

On the other hand, Davido and American rapper Lil Baby won the prize for Best Collaboration for their work on the number-one hit "So Crazy." This accomplishment strengthens Davido's reputation as a prolific collaborator and a major player in the world of music.

Davido and Burna Boy have both played major roles in defining the history of African music, spanning boundaries and genres. Their victories at the MTV Awards 2023 are evidence of how widely appreciated African musicians are and how much they have contributed to the world of music.

Artists like Burna Boy and Davido are leading the way as Afrobeats' impact grows, paving the way for upcoming African musical generations to make their mark on the global music scene. Their victory at the MTV Awards 2023 celebrates both their individual accomplishments and the success of African music as a whole.