Nigerian singer Tems has overtaken South Africa’s Tyla to become the African artiste with the highest number of monthly listeners on Spotify. Spotify data shows Tems reaching 38.3 million monthly listeners, edging past Tyla’s 38.2 million. The surge follows a run of recent releases and high-profile collaborations that have boosted her global reach. Industry watchers…
Nigerian stars Tems and Burna Boy have become the African artistes with the most entries on the Billboard Hot 100, breaking a long-standing tie with South African rock band Seether. The milestone was achieved this week after both artists earned fresh chart appearances through collaborations on J. Cole’s new album The Fall-Off. Tems appears on…
Nigerian singer and songwriter Temilade Openiyi, known globally as Tems, has reached another major career milestone, becoming the first African female artist to record seven entries on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. The latest achievement follows the unexpected debut of her track What You Need, which entered this week’s Hot 100 at number 93,…
Muyiwa Awoniyi, manager to Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has revealed that the singer was in a difficult financial situation when they first met. Speaking on a recent episode of the Afrobeats Intelligence podcast, Awoniyi shared that Tems had only ₦200 in her bank account at the time. Despite this, he…
Nigerian music star Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, and Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, have been named among the 2025 edition of 100 Most Notable Peace Icons in Africa. Their inclusion was officially announced on Wednesday at a press conference held in Abuja by the organisers of the prestigious…
Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has called on the world to move beyond stereotypes and experience the true essence of Africa by visiting countries like Nigeria and Ghana. Speaking at the 2025 Met Gala in New York during an interview with Fashion Bomb Daily, the singer encouraged foreigners to explore the…
South African singer Tyla has revealed that Nigerian R&B star Tems is one of her biggest musical influences. Speaking in a recent interview with Billboard, the Grammy-winning ‘Water’ hitmaker praised Tems for her achievements, describing them as an inspiration to her career. “Tems is a big one. What she’s been able to do has been…
Nigerian music star Ayra Starr has teased potential collaborations with fellow female artists Tems and Tyla. Speaking during a red carpet interview at the 2025 MOBO Awards, Ayra Starr confirmed that she is open to working with the two globally recognized stars. When asked about the possibility of joint projects, she responded, “Yes, of course,…
Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has set a new record as the first female African artist to have a song surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify. The milestone was achieved through her 2022 hit collaboration, Wait For U, featuring Future and Drake. The track, which samples Tems’ song Higher from her 2020…
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has become a co-owner of Major League Soccer (MLS) side San Diego FC. The club announced that Tems joined its ownership group through her company, The Leading Vibe, making her the first African woman to hold an ownership stake in an MLS team. Expressing excitement over…
Ugandan musician Bebe Cool has dismissed allegations that he played a role in the 2020 arrest of Nigerian artists Tems and Omah Lay in Uganda. The duo was detained after performing at a concert in Speke Resort, Kampala, on December 12, 2020, despite COVID-19 restrictions at the time. Their arrest sparked outrage, with Tems later…
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has opened up about her deep bond with her mother, revealing that they share everything she owns. Speaking in an interview with ET at the 67th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday, Tems emphasized the significance of their relationship. “What I have is hers. We…
Nigerian singer Tems has cancelled her upcoming concert in Kigali, Rwanda, due to the ongoing conflict between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda. The Grammy-winning artist was set to perform in Kigali on March 22, 2025, as part of her Born in the Wild tour but announced on Friday that the show…
Nigerian music star Tems secured her second Grammy Award on Sunday, winning Best African Music Performance for her hit song Love Me Jeje. She edged out strong contenders, including Yemi Alade, Burna Boy, and Wizkid, to claim the award at the 2025 ceremony in Los Angeles. Taking the stage for her acceptance speech, an emotional…
The Nigerian entertainment industry maintained its upward trajectory in 2024, showcasing its global influence through exceptional music and films. With record-breaking streams and impressive box office successes, Nigerian artists and filmmakers continue to captivate audiences both locally and internationally. Top 10 Nigerian Songs of 2024 The music scene saw remarkable achievements, with several tracks dominating…
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has reflected on the early days of her music career, admitting she was initially “very naive.” In a recent interview with Glamour Magazine Germany, the “Essence” hitmaker revealed that she entered the music industry with a sole focus on creating art, unaware of the complexities of…
Nigerian artists Rema, Tems, and Ayra Starr have made their mark on Rolling Stone’s prestigious Top 100 Albums of 2024 list, highlighting their global success and creative excellence this year. Rema’s second studio album, Heis, claimed an impressive 11th spot. The American magazine described the album as “unique, buzzy, and visceral,” underscoring its impact in…
Barely two weeks after dropping the visuals for “Turn Me Up,” Nigerian music star Tems is back with another standout release, this time for “Get It Right,” her collaboration with Asake. The track, which is the sixth song on her latest album “Born in the Wild,” celebrates love and connection with smooth, heartfelt lyrics like,…
Grammy-winning artist John Legend celebrates the 20th anniversary of his debut album, Get Lifted, with a refreshed edition featuring new tracks and exciting collaborations. Among the highlights is a remixed version of his iconic hit Ordinary People, now featuring the soulful vocals of Nigerian star Tems. This remix, titled the “Man-Man” version, marks a significant…
Artists Ayra Starr and Tyla have shown their support for Nigerian sensation Tems following her three nominations for the 2025 Grammy Awards. Both took to social media to celebrate Tems’ achievements, recognizing her as the most-nominated African artist for this year’s Grammys. While fans and industry insiders considered Ayra Starr and Tyla among the prominent…
Tems’ manager, Nigerian music executive Muyiwa Awoniyi (better known as Donawon), has opened up about the untold story behind the Grammy-winning collaboration on “Wait for U,” a track with Drake and Future that played a pivotal role in Tems’ meteoric rise to global stardom. In a recent interview, Donawon shared the behind-the-scenes journey of how…
Nigerian music sensation Tems recently shared an unforgettable milestone in her career: receiving messages from three global music icons—Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Drake—within just three days. Speaking with BigBoy TV, the 29-year-old artist described how Beyoncé’s team first reached out in 2020, shortly after her hit collaboration on Essence with Wizkid put her on the international…
Nigerian Grammy-winning artist Temilade Openiyi, widely known as Tems, recently shared that she used to mimic American rapper Lil Wayne in her younger years. During an appearance on The Cruz Show on Real 92.3 FM, Tems revealed her early fascination with hip-hop, explaining that she would often “pretend” to be a rapper, taking inspiration from…
Grammy Award-winning artist Tems delivered a captivating performance of her hit single “Love Me Jeje” on The Jennifer Hudson Show recently. The Nigerian singer, known for her soulful voice and genre-blending sound, took the stage as part of her ongoing promotional tour for her debut album Born In The Wild. “Love Me Jeje,” a standout…
Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Temilade Openiyi, known as Tems, has shared heartfelt praise for Canadian pop star Justin Bieber during her recent appearance on the Jennifer Hudson Show. Describing Bieber as “one of the purest souls” she has ever met, Tems highlighted his kindness and unwavering support. Recalling their collaboration at this year’s Coachella festival, Tems…
Afro Nation, the world’s biggest Afrobeats and Amapiano festival, is set to celebrate its fifth anniversary in 2025 with a stellar lineup of music’s hottest stars. Following the announcement of Burna Boy and Tems as headliners earlier this week, the festival has now confirmed even more big names for its LIT Stage, including Afrobeats sensation…
American rapper Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson has revealed that his favourite song at the moment is Nigerian singer Tems’ hit track, Me & U. In a recently shared interview clip that went viral on Tuesday, the hip-hop icon disclosed that the song is currently on repeat in his playlist. “My current song on repeat is…
Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, better known as Tems, has responded to rumours circulating about her being pregnant for American rapper Future. The speculation arose after she appeared at Burberry’s Spring/Summer 2024 London Fashion Week show last December, wearing a form-fitting black dress paired with a purple coat. Many speculated her outfit hinted at a pregnancy….
Nigerian music sensation Tems surprised her fans by inviting fellow Nigerian star Ayra Starr to join her on stage during a performance in New York. The unexpected collaboration occurred during Tems’ ongoing tour across the United States. While Tems has featured several high-profile artists such as J. Cole and John Legend during her concerts, the…
Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has described Afrobeats as a genre rooted in escapism, offering a different perspective in response to recent criticism from Jamaican reggae icon Buju Banton. During a recent episode of the ‘Shopping The Sneakers’ podcast, Banton expressed his belief that Afrobeats lacks substance and predicted that the…
Nigerian R&B sensation Temilade Openiyi, known professionally as Tems, has revealed that she is open to the idea of marriage in a recent interview. The 29-year-old Grammy winner made the statement during an episode of the “Shopping The Sneakers” podcast. When asked by the host about her future plans regarding marriage, Tems responded with a…
Nigerian singer Tems has voiced her belief that there should be no fixed standards for how artists dress, emphasizing the importance of individuality in the creative industry. In a recent interview with Essence Magazine, Tems argued that artists should feel free to express their personal styles without being bound by societal expectations. Tems highlighted that…
Nigerian music star Tems has set social media abuzz after encountering a fan who made a lasting tribute by tattooing her face on his back. During a recent concert, Tems was joined by a Caucasian male fan who revealed his extraordinary admiration for the singer by showcasing a large, detailed tattoo of her face on…
Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has announced the postponement of the release of her music video for the hit song “Burning” from her debut album Born In The Wild. The video was originally scheduled to drop on August 1, 2024. In a statement shared on her X (formerly Twitter) handle, the…
LOS ANGELES, CA – Grammy-winning artist Damini Ogulu, known as Burna Boy, has equalled Tems’ record as the Nigerian artist with the second most certified singles in Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) history, with four certified singles each. Burna Boy’s recent milestone comes after his collaboration with British Grime star Dave, “Location,” achieved Gold…
Ayra Starr and Tems have been named the most streamed Nigerian artists on Spotify for 2024, showcasing their significant influence on the global music scene. Spotify announced this achievement as part of its release of Nigeria’s top 30 tracks for the first half of the year. Ayra Starr’s collaboration with Rauw Alejandro on the track…
Nigerian music icons took the stage by storm at the 2024 Glastonbury Music Festival, showcasing Afrobeat and Afrobeats to an audience of over 200,000 attendees. As one of the United Kingdom’s largest music events, Glastonbury attracts fans from across the globe. The 2024 edition, held from June 26 to 30, featured Nigerian artists Femi Kuti,…
Nigerian singer-songwriter Tems, renowned for her unique style and powerful voice, recently sat down with Harper’s BAZAAR to discuss the viral moment at the 2023 Oscars when her sculptural Lever Couture dress became an internet sensation. In the interview, Tems, who recently released her debut studio album “Born in the Wild,” shared her perspective on…
Nigerian singer-songwriter Tems captivated audiences with a soulful performance of her hit track “Love Me Jeje” on the latest episode of BBC Two’s acclaimed music series, “Later… with Jools Holland.” The song is a highlight from her debut album, “Born In The Wild.” Tems is currently on her “Born In The Wild World Tour,” which…
Nigerian singer Tems has expressed her intentions to establish a women’s football team, sharing her passion for sports on her YouTube podcast. The Grammy award-winning artist discussed her love for sports and the inspiration behind her idea. “I love sports. I love sports, but if I could play football, I would. I’m like a football…
Nigerian superstar Tems recently joined Chinasa Anukam for an insightful episode of “Is This Seat Taken?” The conversation began with a nostalgic reflection on her early collaboration with Ladipoe on “Falling,” revealing how the track came together. Tems also delved into the creative processes behind her hits “Looku Looku” and “Try Me.” She shared memorable…
Nigerian music icon Wizkid has responded to recent remarks by fellow artist Odumodublvck, who claimed that Ayra Starr and Tems have achieved more than Afrobeat legends Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Odumodublvck’s comments were made during an appearance on the ‘Cocktails & Takeaways’ podcast hosted by Madame Joyce. He praised Ayra Starr and Tems…
In a recent interview, Nigerian singer Tems showered praise on rising star Ayra Starr, hinting at a potential collaboration between the two. Tems, known for her soulful tracks such as “Burning,” expressed her admiration for Ayra Starr during a candid conversation. Reflecting on their encounter years ago, Tems lauded Ayra’s talent and work ethic, remarking,…
Nigerian singer Tems has achieved a remarkable milestone with her latest album, Born In The Wild, which amassed an astounding 8 million streams on Spotify within its first day of release. Despite some initial criticism, the album, which dropped on Friday, June 7, 2024, has struck a chord with fans, resulting in millions of streams…
Nigerian singer Tems has released her much-anticipated debut album, “Born in The Wild,” today, Friday, June 7, 2024, and it has quickly soared to the number one spot on Apple Music. The album’s listening party took place in Lagos on Thursday, June 6, 2024, generating significant excitement among music enthusiasts. Upon its release, “Born in…
Global music sensation Tems has opened up about her perception of how Nigerians receive her music, expressing that while she feels personally appreciated, she doubts if her music is fully understood by her compatriots. In an interview that emerged online on Sunday, June 2, 2024, Tems discussed her thoughts on whether Nigerians truly grasp and…
In a recent episode of “Chicken Shop Date” with Amelia Dimoldenberg, singer Tems shared insights on navigating bad dates while enjoying chicken nuggets at Sam’s on Kilburn Lane. During their chat, Tems discussed her ideal partner, her favourite ways to receive affection, and a unique method she uses to overcome self-doubt. She explained the meaning…
The BET Awards have unveiled their 2024 nominees, showcasing a strong representation of Nigerian talent. Leading the pack are Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, and Tems, who are poised to make a significant impact at this year’s ceremony. The prestigious event, known as “Culture’s Biggest Night,” will be broadcast live from Los Angeles on Sunday, June…
Following a successful London listening party for her highly anticipated album, Nigerian singer Tems has unveiled exciting details about the release of “Born in the Wild.” After garnering immense attention with her single “Love me Jeje,” which amassed an impressive 7 million streams on Spotify within just 10 days, Tems took to Twitter today, May…
Amid mounting anticipation, Afrobeat luminary Tems has finally lifted the veil on her debut album, revealing both its title and release date in a momentous announcement. On April 15, 2024, the Grammy Award-winning artist took to social media with a captivating video unveiling the title of her highly awaited album: “Born in the Wild.” Set…
As International Women’s Day festivities wind down, the celebration of female artists continues to captivate audiences. Recently, Ayra Starr and Tems shared a moment of musical camaraderie as they vibed to Starr’s hit song “Commas,” sending fans into a frenzy of excitement. In a delightful twist, Simi and Tiwa Savage have also announced their upcoming…
In a night marked by high anticipation and musical excellence, Nigerian Afrobeats heavyweights, including Burna Boy, Davido, Tems, Ayra Starr, Olamide, and Asake, faced a disappointing outcome at the 66th Grammy Awards. Despite a collective total of 10 nominations across five categories, the coveted trophies eluded the Nigerian contingent. The inaugural ‘Best African Music Performance’…
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, recently revealed that she faced death threats following pregnancy rumours that circulated on social media. The acclaimed artist clarified the misconceptions during an interview with The Beat 99.9 FM, Lagos. The speculation emerged after Tems attended Burberry’s Spring/Summer 2024 London Fashion Week show, where she wore…
In an exclusive interview, Grammy award-winning singer Tems delved into her future projects, expressing a strong desire to collaborate with fellow artist Asake. The Me & U singer, currently in Nigeria, revealed the specific capacity in which she envisions working with Asake. Tems disclosed her aspiration to direct a music video for Asake, citing his…
Grammy-winning singer Temilade Openiyi, widely known as Tems, recently shared profound insights into the challenges and blessings of being a Nigerian woman during an interview with Kiss FM in London. Describing the experience as “tough,” Tems highlighted the resilience of Nigerian women, characterizing it as nothing short of a “miracle.” In the conversation, she expressed…
In a recent revelation, rapper Odumodublvck has exposed the considerable price tag attached to securing a collaboration with Grammy award-winning singer Tems. Taking to the popular social media platform X on Friday, November 24, 2023, the rapper disclosed that Tems charges a whopping $500,000 for her lyrical prowess on a verse. The revelation came when…
As the excitement surrounding Tems’ upcoming project continues to grow, fans were treated to a sneak peek into a studio session where the talented singer joined forces with rappers Odumodublvck and Blaqbonez. Tems, who recently made waves as a model and ambassador for Burberry, hinted at the significance of her forthcoming project in a recent…
Grammy award-winning artist Tems expressed her joy on social media as fellow musicians Ayra Starr and Tyla secured their first-ever Grammy Award nominations. The Recording Academy recently unveiled the list of nominees for the 66th edition of the prestigious awards, including the two emerging talents in the newly introduced Best African Music Performance category. Ayra…
Nigerian artist Tems shared the distressing experiences she encountered during her detention in a Ugandan prison back in 2020, providing deeper insight into her two-day ordeal alongside fellow musician Omah Lay. Tems, during an interview with Angie Martinez, recounted her stark disconnection from the outside world, finding herself abruptly adjusting to the stark reality of…
Grammy award-winning singer Tems has added to her impressive list of achievements by extending her record as the most certified Nigerian female artist in the United States. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has recently confirmed two new certifications for the artist, bringing her total certifications in the US to four, a record for…
The 2023 DStv Delicious Festival, held in South Africa from September 23 to 24, 2023, witnessed an unforgettable performance by none other than Tems, who emerged as the highlight of the event. For fans lucky enough to attend the festival, it was an evening they will cherish forever. As one of the headline acts, Tems…
Grammy award-winning artist and performer, Tems, has captured the hearts of fans worldwide by commemorating the three-year anniversary of her debut EP, “For Broken Ears,” in a truly unique way. The celebrated singer took to her social media platform, X, on Monday, September 25, 2023, to announce the release of a special bundle Vinyl version…
Tems has addressed the pregnancy rumours that swirled across social media following her recent public appearance. The singer has officially responded to the speculations about her being pregnant, which emerged after her attendance at the Burberry fashion show held in London on Monday, September 18, 2023. Tems was among the notable celebrities who graced the…
Renowned Nigerian singer and Grammy winner, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, achieved a remarkable feat on Wednesday as she clinched two prestigious awards on both sides of the Atlantic. The celebrated artist added the coveted Trailblazer Award to her collection at the prestigious ELLE Style Awards ceremony in London, United Kingdom, on September 6,…
Grammy award-winning Nigerian singer and songwriter, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has described her life as a “testimony.” The singer said she started from Lagos but has now gone global. Tems made the claims while delivering a prologue at the 2023 Essence Festival on July 2nd, in New Orleans, USA. “You know, my life…
Wizkid and Tems took to the stage for the first time in 2023, and the audience could not hide their excitement at the duo. The Essence Festival 2023 in the US was an unforgettable event that brought together some of the best artists in the music industry. Among them were the iconic duo, Wizkid and…
The duo of American hip-hop stars, Bow Wow and Ja Rule have spoken about their love for the raving Nigerian/West African music genre, Afrobeats. The duo in separate interviews with Black Entertainment Television at the BET Awards on Sunday, talked up Afrobeats as they expressed love and admiration for two of the poster-stars of the…
The nominations for the BET Awards 2023 have been unveiled, and Nigerian music icons Burna Boy, Wizkid, Tems, Ayra Starr, and Asake have secured spots in various categories. Scheduled for June 25, 2023, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California, the BET Awards recognizes excellence in black entertainment. This year’s nominees represent a global…
Sensational Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, has finally received the plaque for her Grammy award. It should be recalled that Tems snagged the award for Best Melodica Rap Performance at the 65th Grammys on February 6, 2023. She won the award for her contribution to Future’s ‘Wait For U’ which also featured Drake.Her manager, Muyiwa Awoniyi…
Following official confirmation of her performance at the Governor’s Ball 2023 in New York a few weeks ago, Tems has opened up on why she won’t be available for the festival. Grammy award-winning singer Tems has opened up on why she would not be present at the Governor’s Ball Festival 2023 in New York, which…
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Temz, has beaten American female music stars to a new record on the Billboard chart. The Nigerian achieved the rare feat after her song ‘Free Mind’ broke the record for longest running number one by a female artist in Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart history. The song maintained…
Seven Nigerians have been named among Forbes’s 30 Under 30 newest self-made young African innovators. Forbes is an American business magazine owned by Integrated Whale Media Investments and the Forbes family, with a particular focus on business, technology, communications, science, politics, and law. The 2023 thirty young African innovators’ names were published on the Forbes…
Nigerian singer-songwriter Tems and Afrobeats superstar Wizkid bagged wins at the recently concluded 2023 edition of the iHeartRadio Music Awards, held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. iHeart Media and Fox Entertainment announced the winners for the 2023 iHeart Music Awards, with Tems receiving the Hip-Hop Song of the Year award for her collaborative…
Tems has opened up on how she felt about bagging a nomination at the Oscars 2023, as well as how she felt about working with Rihanna. Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter and performer, Tems, who had graced the 95th edition of the Academy Awards (Oscars 2023), opened up on how she felt to receive the nomination….
Nigerian singer, Tems has been a talking point on social media after her elaborate outfit blocked the view of fellow attendees at Sunday night’s Academy Awards. Tems was a nominee at the 95th Academy Awards held at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California, in the United States. While some Nigerians have poured their praises on…
Burna Boy, Rema, and Tems performed at the 2023 NBA All-Star Game halftime show on February 19th. The three Nigerian artists took turns onstage, with Burna Boy kicking things off with an energetic performance of some of his hits—“It’s Plenty,” “Last Last,” and “Alone”—before Rema took over to sing “Calm Down” and “Holiday.” Tems closed…
The National Basketball Association (NBA) today announced that three Nigerian superstars – GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter and record producer Burna Boy, 2023 GRAMMY Award-winning singer and Oscar-nominated singer and producer Tems and rapper and singer Rema – will headline the NBA All-Star Game 2023 halftime show with an Afrobeat-themed performance. After the performance, the NBA…
Following the historic win at the 65th edition of the Grammy awards, popular American rapper Future stunned Tems with his shocking but heartwarming gesture for her contribution to the smashing hit ‘Wait For U,’ to celebrate the win in the Best Melodic Rap Performance category. The rapper sent Tems a huge and beautiful flower bouquet…
Talented Nigerian songstress Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has finally broken her silence after winning her first Grammy. The sensational Tems, who was nominated in three categories—”Best Rap Song” and “Best Melodic Rap Performance” for her contribution to the hit collaboration with Future and Drake titled “Wait For U”—and “Album Of The Year” as…
At the recently concluded Grammy Awards, international music sensation Tems won her first Grammy award for her vocal contribution to Future’s hit single ‘Wait For U.’ Following her win with ‘Wait for U,’ the singer became the first female artist from the Nigerian music industry to be in the forefront of several conversations stemming from…
Nigerian international music sensation Tems has earned her first Grammy award for her contribution on Future’s hit single ‘Wait For U’. Tems’ vocals was sampled on the single that also features Canadian megastar rapper Drake. ‘Wait For U’ won the award for Best Melodic rap performance beating ‘Beautiful’ by DJ Khaled Featuring Future & SZA,…
In a post on social media today, Tuesday, January 24, 2023, Marvel studios reacted to the Oscar Awards 2023 nomination received by Tems, Rihanna, Ryan Coogler and Ludwig Göransson in the Best Original Song category for the contribution to ‘Lift Me Up’ which was the theme song for the latest installment of the Marvel original…
Tems has made history again as she becomes the first Nigerian artist to be nominated at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts popularly known as the Oscars. Her work on “Lift Me Up”, the original soundtrack from Ryan Coogler’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, performed by Rihanna was nominated for best original song at the 2023…
Nigerian award-winning singer and songwriter, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has reacted to the open invitation she got from American legendary rapper Snopp Dogg to collaborate on music. The new-age global star, who has continued to witness a meteoric rise to the top of the global music scene since her song with Afrobeats star…
American rapper, Snoop Dogg, has publicly approached Nigerian singer, Tems for a song collaboration. In a viral video trending online, the 51-year-old rapper declared his admiration for Tems while inquiring when they would collaborate on a hit song. According to Snoop, everyone in his household listens to her, while adding that they ought to have…
American veteran rapper, Shawn Corey Carter, popularly known as Jay-Z, has announced Burna Boy, Tems, Drake, and some others as artistes who sang his favourties songs in 2022. The music executive and businessman, who owns 20% of streaming platform Tidal, made a playlist of his favorite songs for the year 2022 via that same platform,…
The nominations for the 2023 Golden Globes are in. Tems has been nominated as a songwriter for “Lift Me Up” (soundtrack from “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”) in the “Best Original Song, Motion Picture” category alongside Rihanna, Ludwig Göransson and Ryan Coogler. “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” “White Lotus,” and “Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story” were…
Multiple Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and performer Tems has joined Wizkid as the only African and Nigerian artists to ever bag this award. Tems was crowned the best new artist at the Soul Train award 2022, making it her second win at the award ceremony and also making her the first and only female African artist…
Electrifying singer, Tems has added a new feather to her hat of achievements as she grosses a billion streams across all credits on Spotify. This report had come on the 16th of November from music data account, Chart Data as an indicator that an additional of the streams of all of Tems’ songs both as…
Legendary producer and Mavin Records CEO Don Jazzy has reacted to the double nominations received by Burna Boy and the triple nominations received by Tems ahead of the Grammy Awards scheduled to hold on the 5th of February 2023. Recall that the full list of nominees for the Grammy Awards was confirmed on Tuesday, November…
Marvel blockbuster movie, “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” unveils more Nigerian star artists featured in the soundtrack. Recall, earlier this month, the soundtrack featuring the Rihanna-led single “Lift Me Up,” which serves as a tribute to the late Chadwick Boseman. Tems acknowledges Rihanna for co-writing the song with her, while Rema, on the other hand, shared…
Wizkid and Tems are set to make history as they are both scheduled to take center stage to perform at the American Music Awards, also known as the AMAs 2022. The organizers of the American Music Awards, known as the AMAs, took to social media on Monday, October 31st, 2022, to confirm that sensational Nigerian…
Nigerian award-winning singer and songwriter, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, received the deserved applaud from American iconic songstress Rihanna for her role in their new collaboration. The new-age global star’s meteoric rise to the top of the global music scene continues, with the latest being credited as a songwriter on a Rihanna song for…
Rihanna’s long-awaited return to music is officially over as she announced the release of ‘Lift Me Up’, her first new song as a lead artist in six years, as part of the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever soundtrack on Friday. The song was co-written by Nigerian singer, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems. Other co-writers are…
Nigerian singer, Tems continues to secure big wins and make huge statements and has now spoken on her experience working with Rihanna for the megastar’s Black Panther single, ‘Lift Me Up.’ New-age global star, Tems, continues on her jet-paced move to the very top of the music scene and has spoken on her experience working…
Multiple award-winning singer and songwriter, Tems has been confirmed as a nominee for a category at the MTV Europe music awards (EMA) 2022. The singer received a nomination in the Best New Artist category alongside other acts like; Seventeen, Gayle, and Dove Cameron amongst others. The EMAs 2022 would be held on the 13th of…
Nigerian award-winning singer, songwriter and performer, Wizkid, has hit another milestone with his global smash record ‘Essence’ in the United Kingdom. The Starboy Entertainment frontline act and owner, who recently bagged the prestigious BMI songwriting award with the smash tune and its remix, has also gotten a platinum certification in the UK for the same…
The BMI Film & TV Awards are awards presented annually by Broadcast Music, Inc., honoring songwriters, composers, and music publishers in various genres. In the latest edition of the London-based award, Nigerian acts Wizkid, Tems, and CKay took home awards as well as producers P2J and Tempoe for their work on ‘Essence’ and ‘Love Nwantiti’…
Nigerian talented singer, songwriter and performer, Tems as found her way back to the headlines and this time, it is on the strength of giving a thrilling performance at the 2022 Global Citizen Festival in Ghana. The award-winning songstress, whose 2022 has been amazing, having won two awards at the 2022 BET Awards, received nominations…
Nigerian superstar singer, Tems had quite an engaging moment at the Global Citizen Festival in Ghana where she talked about why she always promotes gender equality. As fans cheered on, Tems was asked why she always promotes gender equality in her song and podcast by the hosts. The singer said in response that she promotes…
New-age music sensation and fast-rising global act, Tems has issued a response to iconic vocalist, Waje’s request for a music collaboration. Waje had set the ball rolling on the collab request via an open call on Twitter, saying; “Imagine @temsbaby and I on track. Please guys whisper to her.” The tweet which instantly blew up,…
Award winning Nigerian musician, Temilade Openiyi who is better known as Tems has written about her music career attaining the heights that she has never imagined. The multi-talented Nigerian singer-songwriter and music producer took to her Twitter platform on Tuesday afternoon to reflect on music career thus far. In her post on social media, the…
Popular Nigerian music stars, Wizkid and Tems have set a new record on the billboard chart with the song, “Essence.” In an official announcement today, Friday, August 12, 2022, Wizkid and Tems’ ‘Essence’ was confirmed by Billboard to have set a new and unmatched record on the chart. ‘Essence’ became the first and the only…
Former American president, Barack Obama’s famous summer playlists are back and time time, Burna Boy, Tems and Pheelz made the list for the year 2022. Obama posted the playlist on Twitter earlir today, July 26th where he stated that this is a clear example of how music really can bring us all together. This year,…
Nigeria’s rising music star, Tems has made her solo debut on Billboard Hot 100 chart with her 2020 song, ‘Free Mind’ off her For Broken Ears EP. The song ‘Free Mind’ made it to the chart on Monday; a day after Tems featured on the soundtrack of the trailer for Marvel’s Black Panther sequel, ‘Wakanda…
Tems is Afrobeats’ current golden girl, playing a summer of sold-out shows in the capital. The only way to see the Nigerian singer on stage is to cock your head and close one eye; her crowd full of early twentysomethings all jostle to get to the front, handheld fans in tow, determined to brave the…
Nigerian singer, Tems (born Temilade Openiyi) has won the Best International Act at the 2022 BET Awards. Watch the video below. The award show, which celebrates Black excellence in music, culture and sports, was held on Sunday, 26, 2022, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Tems was nominated in this category alongside fellow Nigerian…
