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flag Billboard faced backlash for calling Nigerian artist Rema a "one-hit wonder" in a 2026 post, despite his sustained global success and influence.

flag Billboard drew criticism on February 16, 2026, after resharing a 2025 article that labeled Nigerian singer Rema a "one-hit wonder," sparking backlash from fans and music observers. flag Critics argued the label ignored Rema’s sustained success, including multiple charting songs like “Calm Down” and “Red Flare,” and his role in expanding Afrobeats’ global influence. flag The controversy highlights broader concerns about how music publications define artistic success, particularly for artists from non-Western backgrounds, and raises questions about genre bias and representation in the industry.

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