Rema Calm Down | Deezer Sessions Paris Official

Nigerian artist Rema's performance of "Calm Down" for Deezer Sessions Paris is a defining moment in the song's journey to becoming a global phenomenon. Recorded in an intimate, live-studio setting, the session showcases Rema's signature "Afrorave" sound—a fusion of Afrobeats with hypnotic, melodic production. Performance Details

: The session highlights a "stripped down" and "grounded" aesthetic, focusing on Rema's vocal performance and the song's infectious melody. Rema Calm Down | Deezer Sessions Paris

Rema wrote the song based on a real-life encounter at a party where he met a girl who stood out. After an initial vibe-check that was nearly "killed" by her friends, the two stayed in touch, inspiring the lyrics about the pursuit of love. Critics have praised the track for its "melancholy slow jam" and "subtle hypnotic draw" that helps it break language barriers. Impact and Records Nigerian artist Rema's performance of "Calm Down" for

: The performance was directed by Thibaut Charlut and produced by Milgram. Rema wrote the song based on a real-life