The night of the 2023 Ballon d’Or was a memorable one for many reasons.
Not only did the world witness the crowning of the best footballer of the year, but they also got to experience the magic of Afrorave music.
Divine Ikubor, known professionally as Rema, the Nigerian sensation who took the world by storm with his hit song, Calm Down, had performed the trendy song at the prestigious ceremony.
He did not disappoint. With two stunning dancers by his side, Rema delivered a captivating performance that had everyone on their feet.
The football legends in attendance, such as Messi, Mbappe, and Haaland, were among the first to applaud Rema’s talent.
They were seen nodding their heads and tapping their feet to the catchy tune.
It was a historic moment for Rema and for Nigeria, as he became the first artiste from his country to grace the Ballon D’or stage.
He showed the world that Afrorave is not just a genre, but a movement.
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