Rema is not just riding Afrobeats’ wave—he’s redirecting it. “HEIS” proves he’s no one-hit wonder, but a visionary rewriting the playbook. Which of these 25 standout quotes from Rema’s “HEIS” is your favourite?
Rema’s sophomore album, “HEIS”, dropped on July 11, 2024, cementing his place as a trailblazer in Afrobeats. With 11 tracks, this project is a sonic rebellion—darker, grittier, and unapologetically experimental compared to his debut, “Rave & Roses”.
The title, derived from the Greek word “εἷς” (meaning “number one”), reflects Rema’s assertion of dominance, a theme woven through its lyrics. Featuring Shallipopi and Odumodublvck, HEIS blends braggadocio, cultural pride, and raw vulnerability, all delivered with a Benin-bred swagger.
The artist uses this album to reinstate his musical prowess in the industry, using it to push for a new narrative of ‘Big 4’ and not ‘Big 3’ which we’ve all come to know.
In no particular order, here are 25 standout quotes from Rema’s “HEIS” album —
March Am
1. “Now the prince of Afro”
Rema kicks off ‘HEIS’ by crowning himself royalty in Afrobeats, a bold nod to his global rise. This isn’t just ego—it’s a statement of lineage, positioning him as the genre’s heir apparent, ready to lead its next chapter.
2. “Everyday I Dey raise una BP, raise am to the ceiling”
Rema is saying he stresses out or excites others, like his critics or rivals, every day. “Raise una BP” means increasing their blood pressure, showing they’re anxious or upset because of him.
Azaman
3. “I dey find money like say na Shazam”
Here, Rema likens his hustle to the music-identifying app Shazam—relentless and precise. It’s a witty take on his grind, turning a modern tool into a symbol of his wealth-chasing prowess.
4. “Pick up my rabba oh, Remy na baba”
“Rabba” (slang for money) and “baba” (boss) paint Rema as a financial kingpin. This line oozes authority, reinforcing his self-made status with a rhythmic swagger.
Hehehe
5. “Monday morning talking about me while I’m making money”
People gossip about Rema at the start of the week, but he’s focused on making money. He’s highlighting the contrast between their talk and his success.
6. “Account balance don Dey resemble dem politicians ”
Rema brags that his bank account is starting to look like that of politicians, who are often associated with wealth. “Don Dey resemble” means it’s becoming similar. It’s a flex about his growing fortune.
7. “I’m not gonna take it easy on my hater”
No mercy here. Rema doubles down on his disdain for critics, promising to keep thriving while they stew. It’s a war cry wrapped in a catchy hook.
Yayo
8. “How to make money is all I know”
Rema implies with this lyrics that his only expertise is making money.
9. “Land for Pinnock, cost me a Richard Millie”
Pinnock (a luxury estate) and a Richard Mille watch (worth millions) scream opulence. Rema flaunts his spoils, tying wealth to tangible conquests.
10. “I dey kolo, I dey ball”
“Kolo” (Nigerian slang for crazy) meets “ball” (living large). It’s Rema revelling in his wild, extravagant lifestyle—a high-octane snapshot of his vibe.
Benin Boys ft. Shallipopi
11. “Na we be the pride of Benin”
A reverence to Benin City, this line swells with hometown pride. Rema and Shallipopi position themselves as its ambassadors, carrying the Benin name globally.
12. “Na my Benin brothers I go call before I call olopaa”
“Olopaa” (police in Yoruba) takes a backseat to Rema’s loyalty to his Benin crew. Rema states that he trusts more in his people than the Nigerian police with the lyric.
13. “Many fishes in the river but na you I wan taste”
Shallipopi compares having many options in this song with Rema, to a river full of fish but says he only wants one specific person or thing. “Na you I wan taste” meaning he’s choosing that one over all others.
HEIS
14. “Afrobeats prince, emi ni Simba”
“Emi ni Simba” (I am Simba in Yoruba) likens Rema to The Lion King’s hero. He’s not just a prince—he’s a ruler in waiting, fierce and regal.
15. “Only one Remy, dem dey call backup, H-I-M no be bọlọ”
Rema uses this lyric to suggest how much he as a person unsettles many, with “dem dey call backup“
16. “Black Bentayga, smoking a reefer Remy too ginger, Remy get temper”
A Bentley Bentayga, weed, and fiery energy paint Rema as a volatile luxe icon. “Ginger” (vibe) and “temper” hint at his unpredictable edge.
Ozeba
17. “All my friends dem Dey tell me say I be party animal”
Rema’s friends call him a “party animal,” meaning he loves partying and being social. He acknowledges that this is how they see him.
18. “Whether the ikebe na real or fake, abeg just Dey pack am”
“Ikebe” is slang for buttocks. Rema says he loves them either way; “Abeg just Dey pack am”. It’s a light-hearted remark about his attraction for women, which on many occasions, he has shown.
War Machine feat. Odumodublvck
19. “Who I go kpolo? Who l go, who l go, who I go kpolo?”
“Kpolo” repeats in a hypnotic taunt. Rema dares anyone to test him, turning defiance into rhythm.
20. “Try me, make I for give you spanking like okpo”
Rema warns that if someone tests him, he’ll retaliate. The artist is essentially saying he won’t hesitate to put someone in their place if provoked.
Egungun
21. “Can’t catch me sleeping, egungun”
Rema asserts that he’s always alert and prepared. “Egungun” refers to a Yoruba masquerade known for being watchful. By comparing himself to it, he’s emphasizing that he’s never caught off guard.
22. “Don’t call my phone if it’s not ’bout the money oh, the money oh”
Priorities clear: cash rules everything. This line’s bluntness makes it a hustler’s anthem, no-nonsense and relatable.
Villain
23. “Once superhero, now the villain”
A narrative pivot—Rema flips from savior to antagonist. It’s introspective, reflecting how fame reshapes perception, heavy yet honest.
24. “I no dey ‘gree for anybody, even my mama tell me say I too para gan”
Even his mom thinks he’s too wild (“para”). Rema’s stubborn has a stubborn, a rebellion that’s both personal and universal.
Now I Know
25. “All those I love turned enemies”
Closing with heartache, this lyric bares Rema’s betrayal scars. It’s a gut-punch, revealing the cost of his ascent in stark terms.
