Afrobeats sensation Rema made a heartfelt tribute during his sold-out concert at the O2 Arena in London, publicly recognizing D’banj as one of the pioneers who paved the way for his global success.
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In a powerful moment on stage, Rema brought out D’banj to a thunderous ovation and thanked him for his groundbreaking work in pushing Afrobeats onto the international scene.
“You were one of the first ones to bring Afrobeats to the UK,” Rema told the veteran singer. “You and Don Jazzy held it down. Y’all opened that door.”
Rema specifically referenced D’banj’s 2012 global hit “Oliver Twist”, which made history as the first Nigerian song to break into the UK’s official Top 10 chart, marking a turning point for African music on the world stage.
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The emotional tribute continued: “I appreciate you for life. I love you from the bottom of my heart. If you never existed, I would have never existed.”
The two stars shared a warm embrace on stage, a moment that drew cheers from thousands of fans in attendance and quickly went viral on social media.
D’banj, often referred to as one of the OGs of Afrobeats, was visibly moved by the younger star’s recognition. Rema’s words reflect a growing culture of giving “flowers” to veteran artists who helped shape Nigeria’s music industry.
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The London performance is being praised as not just a concert but a celebration of the legacy of Afrobeats—bridging the gap between pioneers like D’banj and new-generation stars like Rema.
This emotional moment has fueled discussions on the importance of mentorship and acknowledgment in the Nigerian music scene, especially among rising talents achieving global acclaim.
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