Nigerian singer Rema has directly addressed ongoing rumors that claim he worships the devil, a misconception tied to the bold visual elements in his music videos and stage performances. During an interview on the Kids Take Over podcast, Rema described these accusations as the most outlandish thing he’s encountered about himself online.
“The craziest thing I’ve seen online about me is that I worship the devil. They say I worship the devil,” Rema remarked. “But honestly, it’s not worth responding to these claims; it feels like a waste of time.”
He emphasized that the striking imagery and use of colors, particularly red in his performances and “rabbid phase,” are purely artistic choices. He pointed out that the association of the color red with something negative is often misguided:
“If you see a beautiful lady in a red dress, you won’t call her the devil, so why are you calling me the devil?”
Rema also took the opportunity to explain the influence of his Edo cultural heritage on his work, expressing frustration over how some people label his cultural representations as “devilish” due to a lack of understanding.
This conversation sheds light on how public figures, especially artists, can be misunderstood based on their creative expression, and Rema is making it clear that his work is driven by artistic vision, not any form of sinister worship.
