In an interview with Capital Xtral London, Rema, also known as Divine Ikubor, revealed that his mom’s struggles with poverty inspired him to pursue a career in music.
Rema remembered how his mom couldn’t even afford transportation costs, which fueled his determination to succeed as a musician.
“I was tired of my mum trekking every day; she didn’t even have money for transport to use a bus or bike. So I had to take it to the next level ASAP,” he said.
“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 own cars first but I was still trekking, but I had to get a car for my mum first.
“She’s a great mum. She’s the reason I’m successful. Her prayers. She’s really proud of me.
