Since its release, the phenomenal track ‘Calm Down’ has achieved immense international success, dominating charts across North Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, while shattering records in Europe and America.
In the latest edition of the Billboard Afrobeats chart (Week of June 3rd, 2023), Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ continues its reign at the top for an astounding 39 weeks, solidifying its position as a chart-topping phenomenon.
‘People’ by Libianca holds strong at the No. 2 spot, marking its impressive 25th week on the chart. Tems’ soulful masterpiece ‘Free Mind’ maintains its position at No. 3, while Wizkid’s chart-topping ‘Essence’ remix featuring Tems and Justin Bieber remains steady at No. 4. Meanwhile, Ayra Starr’s captivating hit ‘Rush’ ascends one spot to claim the No. 5 position.
Burna Boy’s infectious anthem ‘Last Last’ climbs one spot to No. 6, and Victony’s ‘Soweto’ remix featuring Rema and Don Toliver slips two places to No. 7. CKay’s enchanting ‘Love, Nwantiti’ secures the No. 8 spot, maintaining its chart presence.
‘Peru’ by Fireboy, featuring Ed Sheeran, maintains its solid position at No. 9, while Davido’s irresistible collaboration ‘Unavailable’ with Musa Keys jumps three places to claim the No. 10 spot.
In terms of debuts this week, Asake’s captivating ‘Amapiano’ featuring Olamide debuts at an impressive No. 21, BNXN’s powerful track ‘Pray’ enters the chart at No. 24, and Joeboy’s infectious ‘Normally’ featuring BNXN and Odumodu Blvck makes its debut at No. 31.
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