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The journey from being called and addressed as an “Upcoming” artist to “Mainstream” consciousness is usually not smooth. It requires years of endless sacrifice to have viral songs that will make crowds hyper at the mention of your name. One of such artistes on the path to “mainstream” greatness is R.E.M.I. R.E.M.I, a Nigerian singer and songwriter, combines traditional African elements with mainstream pop and soulful music to create an intriguing and enthralling sound. He has progressed as an artist from freestyles and mash-ups to chart-topping music with his most recent hit single, Ori. Born Bankole Jubril Aderemi, he became interested in music in junior secondary school and has since trained himself and gained some musical training and experience to make him relevant in the industry. He began immersing himself in music in 2016 when he began releasing his work. R.E.M.I.’s songs, inspired by his purpose, continue to uplift fans and listeners, sharing words of encouragement and cries of hope for better things to come. His favorite quote is a Spanish proverb, “no tempo certo tudo dara certo,” which means, “at the right time, everything will be alright.”