In a groundbreaking collaboration, Jonzing / Mavin Records unveils the remix of Rema’s electrifying track, “Calm Down,” featuring American pop sensation Selena Gomez.
This partnership between the Nigerian afrobeat star and the globally renowned artist promises a captivating blend of musical styles and influences.
Exploring the Remix: Blend of Cultures and Sounds
Fusion of Musical Styles
Rema, known for his unique blend of afrobeats and Western influences, introduces listeners to his signature sound, “Afrorave,” characterized by a fusion of Afrobeat rhythms with elements of Arabian and Indian music. With the “Calm Down” remix, Rema continues to push boundaries by collaborating with Selena Gomez, adding a fresh dimension to his music.
Collaborative Efforts
The remix of “Calm Down” showcases the synergy between Rema and Selena Gomez, as they seamlessly blend their distinct vocal styles to create a mesmerizing musical experience.
Produced by renowned Nigerian music producer Andre Vibez, the track exemplifies the creative prowess of both artists.
Origins and Success of “Calm Down”
Chart-Topping Original
Originally featured on Rema’s debut project, “Rave & Roses,” “Calm Down” quickly gained popularity and acclaim, becoming one of the most Shazamed songs in France. The track highlights Rema’s versatility as an artist, showcasing his singing talent and lyrical prowess.
Fan Favorite and Evolution
As “Calm Down” garnered widespread acclaim from fans and critics alike, its remix with Selena Gomez further elevates the song to new heights.
The collaboration underscores Rema’s growing international appeal and his ability to transcend cultural boundaries through music.
“Calm Down (Remix)” Lyrics
Oh, no
Another bangerBaby, calm down, calm down
Girl, this your body e put in my heart for lockdown, for lockdown, oh, lockdown
Girl, you sweet like Fanta, ooh, Fanta, ooh
If I tell you say, “I love you”, you no dey form yanga-oh, oh, yanga-oh
No, tell me no, no, no, no, woah, woah, woah, woah
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Baby, come gimme your lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-love
You got me like woah-woah-woah-woah-woah-woah-woah-woah-woah
Shawty, come gimme your lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-love, hmm
I see this fine girl, for my party, she wear yellow
Every other girl they dey do too much, but this girl mellow
Naim, I dey find situation, I go use take tell am “Hello”
Finally, I find way to talk to the girl, but she no wan’ follow
Who you come dey form for? Woah (Mhmm)
Why you no wan’ conform? Woah (Mhmm)
Then I start to feel her bum-bum, woah (Mhmm)
But she dey gimme small, small, woah
I know say she sabi pass that one, one (Mhmm)
But she feeling insecure, woah
‘Cause her friends go dey gum her like chewing gum, woah (Mhmm)
Go dey gum her like chewing gum, oh-woah
Yeah, I know I look shy but for you I get down, oh, woah
And my hips make you cry when I’m moving around you (Yeah)
Do it once, do it twice (Do it twice)
I push back, you hold me tight
Get a taste for a night
Baby, show me you can calm down, calm down
Dance with me and take the lead now, lead now (Lead now)
Got you so high that you can’t come down, come down
Don’t you ask, you know you’re allowed, allowed (Oh, no)
When it’s you, I can’t say no-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
Baby, give me lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-love
You got me like woah-woah-woah-woah-woah-woah-woah-woah-woah
Shawty, come gimme your lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-love, mm-hmm
As I reach my house, I say make a rest small, oh-woah (Make a rest small, oh-woah)
As me I wake up na she dey my mind, oh-woah (Na she dey my mind, oh-woah)
Day one, day two-wo, I no fit foc-o-us (I no fit focus)
Na so me I call am, say “Make we link up”, oh-woah (I say make we link up, oh-woah)
Got my hand on your heart, now, I can feel it race
If I leave then you say you can never love again
Wanna give you it all but can’t promise that I’ll stay
And that’s the risk you take (You take)
Baby, calm down, calm down
Girl, this your body e put in my heart for lockdown, for lockdown, oh, lockdown
Girl, you sweet like Fanta, ooh, Fanta, ooh
If I tell you say, “I love you”, you no dey form yanga, oh, oh, yanga, oh
No tell me no, no, no, no, woah, woah, woah, woah
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh (Your love, your love)
Baby, come gimme your lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-love
You got me like woah-woah-woah-woah-woah-woah-woah-woah-woah
Shawty, come gimme your lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-lo-love (Oh, woah), hmm
Your love