Afrobeats sensation, Rema, has revealed that poverty and his mother’s struggles drove him to pursue a music career.
In an interview with Capital Xtra London, Rema shared how his mother’s daily struggles, including the inability to afford transportation, motivated him to succeed.
Determined to improve their situation, Rema said he worked hard to succeed, saying that as soon as he made money, he prioritized buying a car for his mother.
He said: “I was tired of my mum trekking every day; she didn’t even have money to transport a bus or bike. So I had to take it to the next level ASAP.
“The moment I made money, I got her a car ASAP. We went for dinner, then I gave her that car. A lot of boys would go for their cars first but I was still trekking, but I had to get a car for my mum first.”
Rema credits his mother’s prayers and support for his success, stating, “She’s a great mum. She’s the reason I’m successful. Her prayers. She’s proud of me.”
