"Bout U" | ||||
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Single by Rema | ||||
Released | April 11, 2025 | |||
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Length | 2:43 | |||
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Producer(s) | London | |||
Rema singles chronology | ||||
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"Bout U" is a song by Nigerian singer and rapper Rema. It was released as a single under Mavin Records and Jonzing World on April 11, 2025. The song was written by Rema alongside London, who also serves as the song's producer. [1]
On April 3, 2025, Rema previewed "Bout U" on his social media accounts, sharing a brief snippet that garnered significant online attention. [2] [3] The song subsequently went viral prior to its official release on April 11, 2025. [4]
The song "Bout U" received generally positive reviews from music critics. New Wave Magazine described it as a smooth, emotionally charged ballad featuring an infectious guitar riff. It praised the song's stripped-back arrangement, which allows Rema's vocals to take center stage, showcasing his raw and intimate delivery. According to New Wave Magazine, Rema's ability to blend Afrobeats, R&B, and pop is reaffirmed. [5] Meanwhile, Uproxx 's Aaron Williams characterized the song as having "slinky vibes" with nods to 80s samples. [6]
Chart (2025) | Peak position |
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Nigeria (TurnTable Top 100) [7] | 2 |
UK Afrobeats (OCC) [8] | 4 |
US Afrobeats Songs ( Billboard ) [9] | 5 |
Region | Date | Format | Label | Ref. |
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Various | 11 April 2025 | [10] |
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