Rema and Shallipopi's latest single "Benin Boys" has been featured on the EA FC25 playlist. Released on June 20, 2024, by Mavin Records and Jonzing World, "Benin Boys" quickly made waves in the music industry.
The track, produced by Rema and Producer X, became the first African song in 2024 to surpass 1 million streams on Spotify within just 24 hours of its release.
Rema, who describes his unique sound as 'Afrorave'—a subgenre of Afrobeats with influences from Arabian and Indian music—has been making music since he was 18. His first song, "Iron Man," released in 2020, set the stage for his global recognition, which peaked in 2022 when a remix of his song "Calm Down" charted on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned a billion streams on Spotify.
The inclusion of "Benin Boys" in the EA FC25 playlist signifies the track's international appeal. The EA FC25 soundtrack is known for its eclectic range of genres and artists, featuring names like Disclosure, Ice Spice, and Kasabian.
This year, the playlist continues to spotlight diverse musical styles, including Elyanna's experimental Arabic-Latin pop fusion, South African Moonchild Sanelly's 'future ghetto funk,' and Afro-Colombian group Kombilesa Mi's unique sounds.
The success of "Benin Boys" is further highlighted by its widespread acclaim and numerous reaction videos, such as those by CubCamTV and other YouTube channels, which have analyzed and celebrated the track's impact. The song's vibrant energy and cultural importance have resonated with audiences worldwide, solidifying Rema and Shallipopi's status as influential figures in the global music scene.
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