Rema Opens Up About Upcoming Project ‘EMB’: “It’s the Movement Into One”

Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Rema has shared more insight into his upcoming project, EMB, revealing that he has been working on multiple projects this year while explaining the creative vision behind the highly anticipated release.

In separate interview excerpts shared by Album Talks and The NATIVE, Rema spoke about his time away from the spotlight, his appreciation for fans who have remained patient, and his desire to keep pushing musical boundaries. His comments suggest that EMB represents more than a conventional project, with the singer describing it as a movement that brings his creative direction together.

Rema Says ‘EMB’ Is “The Movement Into One”

Speaking to Album Talks, Rema explained that he deliberately reduced his public visibility while focusing on his music and other projects.

“I been working on multiple projects this year. My visibility took a chill cause I needed to really lock in,” he said.

The singer also expressed appreciation for fans who have continued to support him while waiting for new music.

“I’m grateful to the fans for their patience & trust,” Rema added before making a bold statement about the upcoming project: “EMB is not an Era, it’s THE movement into one.”

The comment offers a glimpse into how Rema views the project. Rather than presenting EMB simply as another release or a new phase in his career, he appears to be positioning it as a larger creative statement.

Rema also credited London and BNYX for helping shape the project, saying, “London & BNYX kept the kitchen going on this disc,” before adding in his characteristically confident style, “as for me para boy wey I be I no pity any beat.”

His remarks point to a collaborative creative process while reinforcing his willingness to experiment with different sounds.

Rema Wants to Keep Exploring New Sounds

In a separate interview with The NATIVE, Rema discussed his approach to musical experimentation and the importance of challenging established conventions.

“There’s soundscapes for every function in there, yep I always explore but how else do we move forward if there’s no one to stand up and shamelessly question the status quo, let a prince do what a prince do,” he said.

The statement reflects Rema’s willingness to move beyond familiar Afrobeats formulas and explore different musical directions. Throughout his career, he has blended Afrobeats with alternative influences, electronic textures and his own Afro-Rave identity.

His comments also suggest that listeners should not expect EMB to be confined to a single mood or sound. Instead, the project may offer different listening experiences while retaining the experimentation that has become part of his artistic identity.

Rema Teases Collaborations on ‘EMB’

Beyond the project’s sound, Rema has also hinted at collaborations that fans have been anticipating. However, the full list of guest artists and the official tracklist have not been confirmed in the interview excerpts available here.

With London and BNYX mentioned in his comments to Album Talks, fans have another clue about the creative team involved in the project. Their exact contributions and the complete production credits remain to be confirmed.

Rema has yet to officially establish the project’s release date and full tracklist in the interview excerpts discussed here, leaving fans waiting for further announcements.

What to Expect From Rema’s ‘EMB’

Rema’s latest comments offer a clearer picture of the ambition behind EMB. He says he has been working on multiple projects, thanks fans for their patience, highlights the role of collaborators and emphasises the importance of exploring new sounds.

His declaration that EMB is “not an Era” but “the movement into one” may prove to be the defining statement of the rollout.

For now, fans will have to wait for further details about the release date, tracklist and featured artists. But if Rema’s words are any indication, he intends for EMB to represent a significant step in his artistic journey.

Stay tuned to AfrobeatKit for more updates on Rema’s upcoming project.