NEWS: Rema and Selena Gomez's "Calm Down" Wins Song of the Year at ASCAP Pop Music Awards.

Nigerian Afrobeats star Rema and global pop icon Selena Gomez took home a prestigious award for their hit collaboration "Calm Down" at the 2024 ASCAP Pop Music Awards.

The song, co-written by both artists along with Michael "LONDON" Hunter, Amanda "Kiddo AI" Ibanez and Andre Vibez, was a massive commercial success. It topped the Billboard Pop, Adult Pop and Rhythmic Airplay charts, and even reached number 3 on the coveted Billboard Hot 100. This win at the ASCAP Pop Music Awards further cements the song's status as a major crossover hit.

What are the ASCAP Pop Music Awards?

The ASCAP Pop Music Awards, presented by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP),recognize the songwriters and publishers behind the most-played pop songs of the year. ASCAP, a non-profit organization, represents millions of songwriters and music publishers worldwide. They collect licensing fees whenever music is played in public spaces and distribute royalties back to creators.

Winning an ASCAP Pop Music Award is a significant achievement for any artist, and for Rema and Selena Gomez, it marks another milestone in their successful careers.