Nigerian music trailblazer Rema has returned with Rave & Roses Ultra, an expanded edition of his groundbreaking debut album Rave & Roses. Originally released in 2022, the original project marked a defining moment in the global rise of Afrobeats. Now, with Ultra, Rema reaffirms his status as one of the genre’s most innovative voices—pushing his sound further while reflecting on his evolution.
Rave & Roses Ultra builds on the foundation of the original 17-track album, adding four new songs that showcase Rema’s growth both as an artist and storyteller. Among the new tracks are “Holiday” and “Reason You,” which had already begun making waves as singles. These additions offer deeper emotional resonance and continue the themes of love, fame, solitude, and self-awareness that permeated the original record.
From his breakout in 2019 with “Dumebi” to co-signs from global icons like Drake, Rihanna, and Barack Obama, Rema (real name Divine Ikubor) has rapidly risen from local prodigy to international hitmaker. With Rave & Roses Ultra, he blends Afrobeats with elements of R&B, trap, and global pop—an extension of his self-coined subgenre, AfroRave.
Much like the original album, Ultra is a genre-blurring, emotionally rich body of work. Rema’s smooth vocals and magnetic energy are matched with production from some of the best in the industry, including Andre Vibez, Sarz, London, and Kel P. Notably, the Ultra edition continues to feature international collaborations with artists such as Chris Brown, AJ Tracey, 6LACK, and Yseult—emphasizing Rema’s global reach.
The release of Rave & Roses Ultra also reflects Rema’s intentional approach to artistry. He’s not simply chasing trends—he’s crafting a legacy. In interviews, Rema has shared how much of the past few years were spent in creative solitude, fine-tuning his sound and writing from personal experience. That introspective process is palpable on tracks like “Reason You” and “Holiday,” where he reflects on his roots, success, and the pressures that come with being in the spotlight.
With over a billion streams to his name and a steadily growing fanbase across continents, Rave & Roses Ultra is more than a deluxe album—it’s a celebration of Rema’s past, present, and future. It reintroduces the artist to new listeners while deepening the narrative for longtime fans.
New Tracks on Rave & Roses Ultra:
- Holiday
- Reason You
- Charm
- HOV
As Rave & Roses Ultra cements Rema’s status on the world stage, it’s clear he’s not just riding the Afrobeats wave—he’s redefining it.