Selena Gomez expressed her excitement as she accepted the 2023 Billboard Music
Award for best Afrobeats song, "Calm Down," alongside Nigerian rapper Rema.
Unable to attend the show in person, Gomez pre-recorded her acceptance speech,
exuding happiness for the win.
Dressed in a vibrant crocheted Oscar de la Renta floral dress, the 31-year-old
star, known for her role in ella's "Only Murders in the Building," graciously
thanked Billboard in her message. She attributed the success of "Calm Down" to
Rema, acknowledging him for choosing her to be a part of the incredible song.
In her acceptance speech, Gomez expressed gratitude to both Rema and her fans
for streaming and listening to the song. Despite the distance, she conveyed
her wish to be present at the awards ceremony.
congratulations to rema and selena gomez for winning “top afrobeats song” at the #BBMAs calm down remix is a masterpiece 💃🏻 pic.twitter.com/kiBQlYiO75
— ana (@withluvselena) November 19, 2023
The collaboration "Calm Down" also received nominations in four other categories at the reimagined 2023 Billboard Music Awards, featuring performances and celebrations in various locations around the world. This recognition adds to Selena Gomez's achievements as she continues her endeavors in both music and acting.
