Rema Remembers Her First Job at a Beach Bar in Ghana

Rema, the rising Afrobeats star, recently shared an emotional story of his tough beginnings before becoming a global superstar. In an interview, he revealed that his first job was at a beach bar in Ghana, a period marked by challenges after the loss of his father and older brother​ (Nairaland)​​ (Guinness World Records).

The singer explained that the loss of his loved ones pushed him to find various jobs to support his family, especially his mother. It was then that he began working in Ghana, where he discovered his love for music. Despite the difficulties, Rema continued to nurture his musical dream, which eventually led him to massive success on the international stage.

From these humble beginnings, Rema has enjoyed a meteoric rise. His song “Calm Down,” featuring Selena Gomez, was a worldwide hit, reaching the top of the charts in many countries and becoming the first song to top the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) Chart​ (Guinness World Records)​. He also made history by becoming the first African artist to win a prestigious music award in China, the Hito Music Award, for the best collaboration of the year. (The Nation Online).

This story of resilience and perseverance is an inspiring testimony to the ability to overcome difficulties and achieve one's dreams despite obstacles. Rema continues to be an inspiration to many young people around the world, proving that hard work and determination can lead to extraordinary success.