- Rema revealed that he lost his father and brother at 13 and had to support his family early in life.
- He worked in Ghana and later used his savings to buy a car for his mother, highlighting his journey from hardship to success.
Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema has shared an emotional account of his early life, revealing how personal tragedy forced him into responsibility at a very young age.
The singer recounted losing both his father and brother at the age of 13, a situation that made him step into the role of provider for his family.
“I lost my father and brother when I was 13, and I had to become the man of the family at a very young age,” he said.
Rema further disclosed that he traveled to Ghana, where he worked at a beach in a bid to survive and support his mother during those difficult times.
“I flew to Ghana and started working at a beach,” he added.
According to the music star, one of his proudest moments was using his savings to improve his mother’s life, particularly by purchasing a car for her.
“I used all my life savings to buy a car for my mom because I was tired of seeing her trek,” Rema revealed.
The singer’s story has resonated with fans, many of whom have praised his resilience and dedication to family despite facing hardship at a young age.
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