Ravage EP by Rema, is like the final confirmation of his global ascension.
The young globally recognized Nigerian super star, switches the direction of his art. Possibly to send a fresh message to ravers, and also to ultimately prove his global ascension.
Remember the story about the prophet who is not known in his own town? As regards to his invaluable quality and peculiarity. With his rare wisdom of approaching situations and executing projects. Like a prophet who is God’s special servant and his mouth piece. Imagine such personality being despised by his own people. It is this similar story that relates with Divine Ikubor. The 23-year old Nigerian singer-songwriter who is presently signed to Mavin/Jonzing record.
He likens himself as young HOV. A nick name of the renowed American record executive and rapper, Shawn Carter, famed as Jay Z. On Rema’s previous music release which was the ultra version of his debut studio album — Rave And Roses. He added a few fresh record such as “Charm,” “Holiday,” “Dunno Freestyle,” “HOV,” and the remix of his mega hit track “Calm Down,” with Selena Gomez.
On the ultra version of his artistic debut studio album Rave and Roses. He carefully highlights his global journey thus far. While he lays emphasis on the highly creative record “Holiday,” that his career relates with so much global appeal yet skepticism.
Mostly around his home country during the early stages of his career to date. Rema also turned on the brilliance of his thought provoking songwriting prowess on “Charm.” He made a record with the proximity of a certain strong connection with the minds of this generation.
Unarguably, “Charm,” would forever be the anthem of this fiercely racing generation; that loves everything flashy and whatever that glitters like gold. One of the most interesting aspect of Rema’s “Rave and Roses” and the ultra version. Should be how it understands his generation and speaks directly to them.
On Ravage EP, which comes like a new Rema’s testament to show how talented and unique his artistry can ever be. The young globally recognized Nigerian super star, switches the direction of his art. Possibly to send a fresh message to ravers, and also to ultimately prove his global ascension. A few days ago. He performed “Calm Down,” on the prestigious 2023 Ballon d'Or stage at Théâtre du Châtelet Paris, France. Amongst globally recognized sportsmen and athletes.
In Rema’s music career, Ravage EP comes at a time where there is nothing left to prove. Evidences of his enthronement as the prince of Afrobeats keeps on flooding the entire cyberspace. He’s had a successful 2023 career run. Therefore his recently dished out cohesive project Ravage EP, positions and establishes him as a veteran in the creative arts industry. Rema grows personal, adds flavor of romance and becomes grossly unapologetic on the 5-track project.
In his lyrics for the second record tagged “DND,” off the extended play. He reveals that no one is above collecting DND. Directly translating it to the fact that the activation of Do Not Disturb mode on his smart phone supercedes no one. Does that mean he is bigger than the industry? No, but it means that he understands his invaluable worth to the culture.
On the excellent opener track “Trouble Maker,” Rema sheds vulnerability. He shares listeners his unique perspective about the industry. The story told via the opener record “Trouble Maker,” sounds relatable. And, it unveils the deep experiences of Rema about the operation of the Nigerian creative industry. He has developed so much faith and belief in his abilities that he would shine the brightest amongst his peers. Whether anyone desires his growth or not.
As “Smooth Criminal,” is like the title of a record coined from the Micheal Jackson’s 1987, seventh studio album titled — Bad. He unfolds a variety of topic including his idiosyncratic style, making so much money and living his best life. He refers himself as the Prince of the culture of Afrobeats, perhaps sent from the future to fulfil a powerful course in African music.
Smooth Criminal, shows Rema’s truth and peculiarity in every sense. While “Don’t Leave,” audibly offers Rema’s craftiness. A raver, would find every track from this play pleasurable. Also, according to Rema on don’t leave, he took his woman from someone unworthy of her love. His woman pleads that he stays and don’t leave confirming that she wants all of his loving and care. Rema boasts, adding braggadocio and finally wraps the project up with “Red Potion.”
The track sounded special and was like a gift and a welcome song entrance. Pointing that Rema is only beginning a new journey. Perhaps, one finally confirming his global ascension. Right now all that Rema desires from you is that you trust and believe in his process. He has alot in stock.