Rema and Selena Gomez’s hit song “Calm Down” has exceeded 8 million units sold in the U.S

A Historic Triumph for Afrobeats Worldwide
Rema and Selena Gomez’s smash hit “Calm Down” continues to shatter records and redefine success. The track has now officially surpassed 8 million units sold in the U.S., cementing its status as one of the most groundbreaking Afrobeats crossovers ever.

Originally released in 2022 on Rema’s Rave & Roses album and later reimagined with Selena Gomez, “Calm Down” exploded into a global sensation—peaking at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100, dominating international charts, and amassing billions of streams. 

With its hypnotic beat, irresistible melody, and genre-defying allure, “Calm Down” didn’t just cross borders, it rewrote the rules. Now, with over 8 million certified U.S. sales, it stands among the best-selling Afrobeats singles in American history. 

This achievement isn’t just a win for Rema and Selena—it’s a landmark moment for Afrobeats, proving Nigerian music isn’t just influential but unstoppable on the world stage. 

From Lagos to Los Angeles, “Calm Down” is more than a hit—it’s a cultural movement. And this is only the start.