Rema Releases Highly Anticipated Second Single of 2025, ‘Bout U’
Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Rema has kicked off 2025 with the release of his highly anticipated second single of the year, ‘Bout U. Following the massive success of his first single, ‘Baby (Is It a Crime),’ which broke records as the most streamed Nigerian song released in 2025 and set a new benchmark for the second-biggest opening day ever for an African song, Rema continues to showcase his remarkable musical prowess.
On ‘Bout U,’ Rema once again taps into a rich vein of nostalgia with a sound that harks back to the early 2000s RnB, skillfully blending it with modern influences. The track is defined by dulcet, layered harmonies and wistful guitar instrumentals—sounds popularized by Nigerian boy bands during that era—creating a perfect fusion of the past and present. Rema’s ability to seamlessly travel through time with his music remains one of the most striking features of his artistry.
Since his debut in 2019, Rema’s rise to stardom has been nothing short of meteoric. His hit singles, including the groundbreaking ‘Calm Down’ featuring Selena Gomez, have propelled him to international acclaim, with ‘Calm Down’ securing its place as the biggest Afrobeats song of all time. Before this, his breakout song ‘Dumebi’ earned him a spot on Barack Obama’s iconic summer playlist. By 2023, Rema had cemented his place as the highest-charting Afrobeats artist in Billboard Hot 100 history, a Guinness World Record holder, and the first African artist to reach one billion streams on Spotify with his album ‘HEIS.’
In 2024, Rema’s continued success earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Global Music Album, solidifying his influence in the global music landscape. As 2025 unfolds, the year has already seen him rack up an impressive 9 nominations for the 17th Headies Awards, including nods for Album of the Year and Artist of the Year, proving that his dominance in the industry shows no signs of slowing down.
With ‘Bout U’ leading the way, Rema’s star continues to rise, as he further cements his place among the world’s musical elite. Fans and newcomers alike can look forward to what promises to be another monumental year for the artist, whose relentless creativity and diverse sound have set a new standard in global music.
