Nigerian Afrobeat star Rema shared a captivating post on X that caught the attention of fans worldwide. Sitting in a car, Rema showcased his unique style with a leopard-print beanie, a graphic jacket, and a striking chain necklace. What made this Rema Japanese post even more intriguing was its caption, written entirely in Japanese: “悲しいわけじゃない… ただめっちゃラリってるだけ。” (I’m not sad… I’m just super excited). This post sparked a mix of reactions, highlighting Rema’s global appeal, cultural roots, and bold fashion choices.
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悲しいわけじゃない… ただめっちゃラリってるだけ。 pic.twitter.com/414QZH83pE
— REMA (@heisrema) April 27, 2025
he most intriguing aspect of this Rema Japanese post is its caption: “悲しいわけじゃない… ただめっちゃラリってるだけ。” Translated, it means, “I’m not sad… I’m just super excited.” This choice to write in Japanese surprised and delighted fans, sparking conversations about Rema’s intent. As @flames_collins commented, “You just wan enter Asian Market by fire by force,” suggesting Rema might be strategically reaching out to Asian fans.
The name “Rema” itself has cultural significance in Japan, as noted on JapaneseNames.info, where it’s described as a Japanese girl’s name with kanji variations meaning “unaltered” or “to make A do B.” While Rema likely wasn’t referencing this directly, his use of Japanese aligns with his global persona, bridging his Nigerian identity with international cultures. Fans like @ekemonye46769 shared the translated caption, emphasizing the excitement Rema expressed in the post.
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The Rema Japanese post sparked a variety of reactions from fans on X. @davidanselem14 expressed curiosity about the figures on Rema’s necklace, asking, “who’s this 🥹 it look like your dad and brother right!! Love you man 🧍♂️.” Others, like @OmeizaFemi44429, were quick to share the post, saying, “Two seconds I don post am for status,” showing how fast Rema’s content spreads among his fanbase.
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SSome fans reacted with humor. @Stosh__el playfully teased, “You don craze ooo U no fit type with English cause of small fame now abi,” poking fun at Rema’s use of Japanese over English. @provii8 added, “Rema no dey speak English again, Benin people go dey vex,” highlighting the surprise at his linguistic choice. Meanwhile, @heisntdio showered Rema with praise, listing attributes like “freshest,” “finest,” and “flyest,” showing the admiration he inspires.
