A portrait still of Tems from her official “What You Need” music video, reinforcing the track’s themes of isolation and personal reflection.

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where words are simple, but outside voices keep making everything feel complicated? That is the space Tems steps into with the official music video for “What You Need.”

The Grammy-winning singer has released the long-awaited visuals for the track, which originally appeared on her November 2025 project “Love Is A Kingdom.” While fans have had the song for a while, the new video adds a fresh emotional layer, bringing its themes of honesty, boundaries, and emotional clarity into sharper focus.

At its heart, “What You Need” is about choosing simplicity over confusion. Tems sings to a partner who is constantly swayed by external opinions, while she offers something steadier — reassurance, presence, and emotional grounding. The production stays minimal and unhurried, allowing the message to sit clearly without distraction.

The video reflects this tension through contrast. Wide, open architectural spaces sit beside intimate close-up frames, moving between distance and closeness as the story unfolds. Styled in structured silhouettes and muted tones, Tems keeps the visuals stripped back, letting emotion rather than spectacle carry the story forward.

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Tems leads the African contingent at the 2026 BET Awards with three major nominations, including Best Female R&B/Pop Artist. Photo Credit: Tems/Instagram

BET has dropped the nominations for its 2026 ceremony and Nigerian music is, once again, all over the list. Tems, Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Asake have all secured nominations for this year’s show, which holds on Sunday, 28 June 2026 at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, hosted by comedian Druski.

Tems leads the Nigerian contingent with three nominations, making her the most nominated African act this year. She is up for Best Female R&B/Pop Artist alongside SZA, Olivia Dean, Mariah the Scientist, Kehlani, Jill Scott, Ella Mai, Coco Jones, and Ari Lennox. She also picks up a BET Her Award nomination for her song “First,” and a Viewers’ Choice nomination for “Raindance,” her collaboration with British rapper Dave.

Wizkid and Asake earned a joint nomination in the Best Group category for their collaborative project and string of chart-topping releases together, including tracks from their joint Real EP. Burna Boy rounds out the Nigerian music nominations with a Best Collaboration nod for “WGFT,” his feature on Gunna’s hit single from the 2025 album “The Last Wun.” Beyond music, stars of Nigerian heritage also feature prominently in the acting categories — Ayo Edebiri and Cynthia Erivo are both nominated for Best Actress, while Damson Idris received a Best Actor nomination.

South African star Tyla earned two nominations: Video of the Year and Viewers’ Choice for her track “Chanel.” Leading the overall nominations is Cardi B with six nods, followed by Kendrick Lamar and Mariah the Scientist with five each. This year also introduces two new categories — the Fashion Vanguard Award and the Pulse Award. The 2026 BET Awards air live on 28 June at 8pm ET/PT on BET, with simulcast across BET HER, MTV, VH1, Comedy Central, and several other Paramount networks.

See the full nominees list below for the music category

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A portrait still of Tems from her official “What You Need” music video, reinforcing the track’s themes of isolation and personal reflection.

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where words are simple, but outside voices keep making everything feel complicated? That is the space Tems steps into with the official music video for “What You Need.”

The Grammy-winning singer has released the long-awaited visuals for the track, which originally appeared on her November 2025 project “Love Is A Kingdom.” While fans have had the song for a while, the new video adds a fresh emotional layer, bringing its themes of honesty, boundaries, and emotional clarity into sharper focus.

At its heart, “What You Need” is about choosing simplicity over confusion. Tems sings to a partner who is constantly swayed by external opinions, while she offers something steadier — reassurance, presence, and emotional grounding. The production stays minimal and unhurried, allowing the message to sit clearly without distraction.

The video reflects this tension through contrast. Wide, open architectural spaces sit beside intimate close-up frames, moving between distance and closeness as the story unfolds. Styled in structured silhouettes and muted tones, Tems keeps the visuals stripped back, letting emotion rather than spectacle carry the story forward.

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Tems leads the African contingent at the 2026 BET Awards with three major nominations, including Best Female R&B/Pop Artist. Photo Credit: Tems/Instagram

BET has dropped the nominations for its 2026 ceremony and Nigerian music is, once again, all over the list. Tems, Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Asake have all secured nominations for this year’s show, which holds on Sunday, 28 June 2026 at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, hosted by comedian Druski.

Tems leads the Nigerian contingent with three nominations, making her the most nominated African act this year. She is up for Best Female R&B/Pop Artist alongside SZA, Olivia Dean, Mariah the Scientist, Kehlani, Jill Scott, Ella Mai, Coco Jones, and Ari Lennox. She also picks up a BET Her Award nomination for her song “First,” and a Viewers’ Choice nomination for “Raindance,” her collaboration with British rapper Dave.

Wizkid and Asake earned a joint nomination in the Best Group category for their collaborative project and string of chart-topping releases together, including tracks from their joint Real EP. Burna Boy rounds out the Nigerian music nominations with a Best Collaboration nod for “WGFT,” his feature on Gunna’s hit single from the 2025 album “The Last Wun.” Beyond music, stars of Nigerian heritage also feature prominently in the acting categories — Ayo Edebiri and Cynthia Erivo are both nominated for Best Actress, while Damson Idris received a Best Actor nomination.

South African star Tyla earned two nominations: Video of the Year and Viewers’ Choice for her track “Chanel.” Leading the overall nominations is Cardi B with six nods, followed by Kendrick Lamar and Mariah the Scientist with five each. This year also introduces two new categories — the Fashion Vanguard Award and the Pulse Award. The 2026 BET Awards air live on 28 June at 8pm ET/PT on BET, with simulcast across BET HER, MTV, VH1, Comedy Central, and several other Paramount networks.

See the full nominees list below for the music category

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The official press portrait of Tems ahead of her performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. The look features a shimmering silver mesh silhouette paired with natural curls styled by Ashanti Lation. Photo Credit: The Tonight Show (BTS)/Instagram

We bet you have listened to “What You Need” a countless number of times, it might even be on repeat on your favourite playlist right now, but have you watched Tems perform it live? Because the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon version is something else entirely.

Standing at the microphone with a live band and backup singers behind her, Tems delivered an unhurried, completely assured performance of the track that made the television studio feel far more intimate than it had any right to. No theatrics, no distractions. Just her voice, the song, and a room that went very still for all the right reasons.

The look she arrived in held its own just as well. Styled by Dunsin Wrights, she wore a floor-length white strapless gown with a fitted mermaid silhouette that opened into soft layers of gathered tulle at the hem. The bodice carried a textured, ruffled edge at the neckline, and a dramatic tulle overlay swept across the hip and fell to one side, adding movement without disrupting the clean lines of the dress. Makeup by Kayla Perez and hair by Ashanti Lation rounded it all out — full curls worn loose, balancing the formality of the gown. Everything about it was built for a stage.

Tems delivers a soulful and assured live performance of “What You Need” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Styled by Dunsin Wright, she wore a metallic silver mesh gown with white lace detailing. Photo Credit: The Tonight Show (BTS)/Instagram

“What You Need” was written and produced by Tems alongside her frequent collaborator GuiltyBeatz, and centres on declaring independence from a relationship that simply is not working — “I’m better on my own, you’re better when you’re gone.” It is taken from “Love Is a Kingdom,” her third EP, surprise-released in November 2025 via RCA Records — her first solo release since debut album “Born in the Wild” in 2024.Across seven tracks produced almost entirely by Tems herself, the project moves through love in all its forms — self-love, suspicious love, spiritual love, the love you hold onto and the love you walk away from.

Grammy-winning singer Tems shares a lighthearted moment with Jimmy Fallon during her visit to The Tonight Show to perform her latest single, “What You Need,” from the ‘Love Is a Kingdom’ EP. Photo Credit: The Tonight Show (BTS)/Instagram

If you have not watched it yet, now is your moment.

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Et de deux pour Tems ! La productrice, compositrice et interprète nigériane vient de s’offrir son deuxième Grammy Award, après son sacre en 2023 pour « Wait For U » avec Future et Drake. Nominée dans trois catégories,  elle remporte le trophée de la Meilleure performance musique africaine avec « Love Me JeJe ».   Tems est en orbite. Celle que nous vous avons présentée en 2020 vient d’être sacrée pour la deuxième fois au Grammys 2025. Elle remporte le trophée de la Meilleure performance africaine de l’année. Plus encore, elle intégre plusieurs catégories prouvant que la chanteuse et productrice nigériane traverse toutes les tendances. Elle totalise pour cette 67e cérémonie des Grammy Awards trois nominations : Meilleure chanson R&B (« Burning »), Meilleur album de musique globale (Born In The Wild), Meilleure performance musicale africaine avec son titre « Love Me JeJe » (20 millions de vues sur Youtube). Elle était en compétition avec des stars de la musique nigériane : Burna Boy (« Higher »), Asake & Wizkid (« MMS ») et Yemi Alade (« Tomorrow »), puis Davido et Lojay featuring Chris Brown (« Sensational »). Lire aussi : Pourquoi vous devez écouter Tems, productrice et chanteuse nigériane de R&B alternatif. « Wow, cher Dieu, merci beaucoup de m’avoir mise sur cette scène et de m’avoir apporté cette équipe. Demain, c’est l’anniversaire de ma mère. Je tiens juste à te remercier maman, car elle a vraiment fait beaucoup pour mon frère et moi », a déclaré Temilade Openiyi alias Tems dans son discours de remerciements. Cette victoire vient confirmer la place prédominante qu’occupe l’Afrobeat dans les classements internationaux. Avec plus de 223 millions d’heures d’écoute et 7,1 milliards de streams sur Spotify en 2023, l’Afrobeats est l’un des genres musicaux les plus populaires au monde.  Lire aussi : Tems, l’avenir de l’Afro-pop et du R&B made in Africa ? Pour rappel, En 2023, Tems est entrée dans l’histoire en devenant la première artiste féminine nigériane à remporter un Grammy. En 2022, elle remporte le BET Awards du Meilleur artiste international. Et participe à la bande originale de Black Panther: Wakanda Forever  avec « No Woman, No Cry » de Bob Marley et « Lift Me Up » interprétée par Rihanna.

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The official press portrait of Tems ahead of her performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. The look features a shimmering silver mesh silhouette paired with natural curls styled by Ashanti Lation. Photo Credit: The Tonight Show (BTS)/Instagram

We bet you have listened to “What You Need” a countless number of times, it might even be on repeat on your favourite playlist right now, but have you watched Tems perform it live? Because the Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon version is something else entirely.

Standing at the microphone with a live band and backup singers behind her, Tems delivered an unhurried, completely assured performance of the track that made the television studio feel far more intimate than it had any right to. No theatrics, no distractions. Just her voice, the song, and a room that went very still for all the right reasons.

The look she arrived in held its own just as well. Styled by Dunsin Wrights, she wore a floor-length white strapless gown with a fitted mermaid silhouette that opened into soft layers of gathered tulle at the hem. The bodice carried a textured, ruffled edge at the neckline, and a dramatic tulle overlay swept across the hip and fell to one side, adding movement without disrupting the clean lines of the dress. Makeup by Kayla Perez and hair by Ashanti Lation rounded it all out — full curls worn loose, balancing the formality of the gown. Everything about it was built for a stage.

Tems delivers a soulful and assured live performance of “What You Need” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Styled by Dunsin Wright, she wore a metallic silver mesh gown with white lace detailing. Photo Credit: The Tonight Show (BTS)/Instagram

“What You Need” was written and produced by Tems alongside her frequent collaborator GuiltyBeatz, and centres on declaring independence from a relationship that simply is not working — “I’m better on my own, you’re better when you’re gone.” It is taken from “Love Is a Kingdom,” her third EP, surprise-released in November 2025 via RCA Records — her first solo release since debut album “Born in the Wild” in 2024.Across seven tracks produced almost entirely by Tems herself, the project moves through love in all its forms — self-love, suspicious love, spiritual love, the love you hold onto and the love you walk away from.

Grammy-winning singer Tems shares a lighthearted moment with Jimmy Fallon during her visit to The Tonight Show to perform her latest single, “What You Need,” from the ‘Love Is a Kingdom’ EP. Photo Credit: The Tonight Show (BTS)/Instagram

If you have not watched it yet, now is your moment.

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A close-up portrait of Tems wearing a monochromatic polka dot dress with a high, ruched neckline. She is wearing small silver hoop earrings and her hair is styled in a structured updo. Photo Credit: Tems/Instagram

Polka dots were in full display at the O2 Arena in London on 7th March 2026, and Tems was the reason.

The Nigerian singer stepped out for Dave‘s concert wearing a form-fitting white midi dress covered in black polka dots, with a straight strapless neckline sitting clean across the chest. She paired the look with a chunky silver chain-link necklace sitting close to the collarbone, a matching silver bracelet, a silver ring and long voluminous dark curls falling well past her shoulders. A deep berry lip finished the whole thing off beautifully. It was a look that was put together without being overdressed, and it worked completely.

The occasion was night two of Dave’s “The Boy Who Played The Harp Tour” at the O2 Arena, and Tems did not just show up as a guest. She walked out on stage to perform “Raindance” alongside Dave, marking the very first time the song had ever been performed live. The crowd’s reaction, as expected, was enormous.

Tems walking toward Dave on a dark stage during the London stop of the Boy Who Played the Harp Tour. Tems is wearing a ruched polka dot dress while Dave stands in the foreground with his back to the camera. Photo Credit: Tems/Instagram

“Raindance” serves as a central track on Dave’s third studio album. The song recently reclaimed the number one spot on the UK Singles Chart in February 2026, following its initial climb to the top in January. Recorded as a mid-tempo collaboration, the track has gained significant traction following the release of its music video, which was filmed on location in Lagos. The live rendition at the O2 Arena follows the song’s international success, having reached the top ten in over eleven countries.

Tems in polka dots, a number one hit performed live for the first time and a full O2 Arena in London. That was 7th March 2026.

 

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What do Tems and Bukayo Saka have in common? Apparently, a studio session at Abbey Road and something that is landing very soon.

Arsenal shared a video of the two at the legendary Abbey Road Studios in London with just two words as a caption — “Landing soon” — and that was all it took for the internet to completely unravel. A footballer and one of Nigeria’s biggest music exports, together in the same room where The Beatles once recorded, working on something nobody saw coming. We have questions, and we suspect the answers are going to be very good.

The video opens with Tems in the recording booth, hair in long voluminous curls, dressed in a dark oversized zip-up fleece jacket with a yellow graphic pattern over a lime-green top. She moves through the studio with the ease of someone who has spent a lot of time in rooms like this, warmly greeting her collaborators and welcoming them into the space. Saka showed up in the Arsenal Terrace Icons Track Top in deep burgundy with white Adidas three-stripes running down the sleeves and the Arsenal crest sitting on the chest.

The clip captures the early moments of what looks like a proper creative session — a musician’s hands moving across an M-Audio keyboard, audio cables spread across a red patterned rug. Tems sets the tone from the start, asking Bukayo, “I’m pressing record now. Are you ready?” before turning to the room and delivering: “Welcome to Abbey Road. Where the magic really happens. Let’s try something out.”

The comments came in fast and they came in loud. “The Trophy song is getting ready.” “We are so here for this!!” “Tems and Arsenal. Oh God.” Nobody is pretending to be patient about this, and we do not blame them one bit.

Whatever is coming, it is coming soon. And we will be right here waiting.

 

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What do Tems and Bukayo Saka have in common? Apparently, a studio session at Abbey Road and something that is landing very soon.

Arsenal shared a video of the two at the legendary Abbey Road Studios in London with just two words as a caption — “Landing soon” — and that was all it took for the internet to completely unravel. A footballer and one of Nigeria’s biggest music exports, together in the same room where The Beatles once recorded, working on something nobody saw coming. We have questions, and we suspect the answers are going to be very good.

The video opens with Tems in the recording booth, hair in long voluminous curls, dressed in a dark oversized zip-up fleece jacket with a yellow graphic pattern over a lime-green top. She moves through the studio with the ease of someone who has spent a lot of time in rooms like this, warmly greeting her collaborators and welcoming them into the space. Saka showed up in the Arsenal Terrace Icons Track Top in deep burgundy with white Adidas three-stripes running down the sleeves and the Arsenal crest sitting on the chest.

The clip captures the early moments of what looks like a proper creative session — a musician’s hands moving across an M-Audio keyboard, audio cables spread across a red patterned rug. Tems sets the tone from the start, asking Bukayo, “I’m pressing record now. Are you ready?” before turning to the room and delivering: “Welcome to Abbey Road. Where the magic really happens. Let’s try something out.”

The comments came in fast and they came in loud. “The Trophy song is getting ready.” “We are so here for this!!” “Tems and Arsenal. Oh God.” Nobody is pretending to be patient about this, and we do not blame them one bit.

Whatever is coming, it is coming soon. And we will be right here waiting.

 

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We bet you’ve already listened to Tems’ “What You Need” from her latest project, “Love Is A Kingdom,” but have you watched her perform it live?

The Nigerian singer recently returned to the COLORSxSTUDIOS stage with a stripped-back performance of the fan-favourite track, keeping things simple and letting the song take centre stage. With minimal production, the focus stays on her vocals and the lyrics, giving the performance a more intimate feel.

“What You Need” has been one of the standout tracks from Love Is A Kingdom, and this live rendition highlights why. Lines like “I’m not what you need” come through clearly, adding weight to the song without overdoing it.

Watch below

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If you thought the track “Raindance,” the fifth song on Dave’s latest album “The Boy Who Played the Harp,” already had you in a chokehold, wait till you watch the video.

The visuals drift between open water and quiet moments by the shore, with Dave and Tems moving through the scenes like two people circling something unspoken. One minute they’re at sea, the next they’re sharing dinner by the water, exchanging looks that feel familiar, careful, and loaded. It’s calm without being distant, romantic without spelling anything out — the kind of setting where feelings sit heavy in the air, even when no one says them out loud.

That’s exactly what “Raindance” is about. The song lives in that space where attraction has outgrown friendship, where love feels possible but complicated by past experiences and quiet doubt. Tems brings a steady, grounding presence, while Dave sounds thoughtful and exposed, reflecting on connection, commitment and wanting something better than what he grew up seeing.

If “Raindance” the track had you replaying it, the video gives you new reasons to press play again — not just for the way it looks, but for what it reveals about the story happening inside it.

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Legend Extra Stout partnered with Palmwine Music Festival this December to deliver two nights of carefully curated live music across Abuja and Lagos. Both cities delivered memorable performances, but the Lagos edition added a layer of unpredictability when Tems and Odumodu Blvck made unannounced appearances.

The festival moved through two cities, starting in Abuja on December 12 at Jabi Boat Club before heading to Lagos on December 21 at The Fidelity Ground in Oniru. Across both nights, Legend Extra Stout’s signature was evident – bold, unapologetic and rooted in the culture it celebrates.

Abuja set the tone with performances from Ladipoe, BOJ, Ajebutter and Moelogo, among others. The night leaned into intimacy, with relaxed, assured sets that allowed the music to breathe. Legend Extra Stout flowed naturally through the evening, from backstage moments to shared conversations in the crowd, reinforcing the festival’s unhurried, communal atmosphere.

By the time the festival reached Lagos a week later, anticipation had built. The Fidelity Ground became a hub for Nigeria’s alternative music community, powered by Legend Extra Stout, hosting performances from Show Dem Camp, BOJ, Ladipoe, Tay Iwar, Lady Donli, Prettyboy D-O, Moonchild Sanelly and others. Each act brought a distinct energy, with performances unfolding seamlessly and the crowd responding in kind.

Midway through the night, the momentum shifted. As Show Dem Camp settled into their set, Tems stepped onto the stage without introduction. The response was instant – a surge of excitement that marked one of the festival’s defining moments. The night pushed further as Odumodu Blvck followed, another surprise that sent energy through the crowd and kept the atmosphere escalating.

Palmwine Music Festival occupies a distinct space within Nigeria’s live music circuit, spotlighting artists and sounds just outside the mainstream while shaping contemporary culture. The Abuja and Lagos editions proved the strength of that approach through strong line-ups, intimate environments and well-timed spontaneity. The takeaway was clear: Palmwine Fest is less about spectacle and more about experience. Legend Extra Stout’s partnership across both cities reflected a natural alignment with a festival built on authenticity, creative expression and cultural connection.

 

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Legend Extra Stout partnered with Palmwine Music Festival this December to deliver two nights of carefully curated live music across Abuja and Lagos. Both cities delivered memorable performances, but the Lagos edition added a layer of unpredictability when Tems and Odumodu Blvck made unannounced appearances.

The festival moved through two cities, starting in Abuja on December 12 at Jabi Boat Club before heading to Lagos on 21st December  at The Fidelity Ground in Oniru. Across both nights, Legend Extra Stout’s signature was evident – bold, unapologetic and rooted in the culture it celebrates.

Abuja set the tone with performances from Ladipoe, BOJ, Ajebutter and Moelogo among others. The night leaned into intimacy with relaxed assured sets that allowed the music to breathe. Legend Extra Stout flowed naturally through the evening from backstage moments to shared conversations in the crowd, reinforcing the festival’s unhurried, communal atmosphere.

By the time the festival reached Lagos a week later, anticipation had built. The Fidelity Ground became a hub for Nigeria’s alternative music community, powered by Legend Extra Stout, hosting performances from Show Dem Camp, BOJ, Ladipoe, Tay Iwar, Lady Donli, Prettyboy D-O, Moonchild Sanelly and others. Each act brought a distinct energy with performances unfolding seamlessly and the crowd responding in kind.

Midway through the night, the momentum shifted. As Show Dem Camp settled into their set, Tems stepped onto the stage without introduction. The response was instant – a surge of excitement that marked one of the festival’s defining moments. The night pushed further as Odumodu Blvck followed another surprise that sent energy through the crowd and kept the atmosphere escalating.

Palmwine Music Festival occupies a distinct space within Nigeria’s live music circuit, spotlighting artists and sounds just outside the mainstream while shaping contemporary culture. The Abuja and Lagos editions proved the strength of that approach through strong line-ups, intimate environments and well-timed spontaneity. The takeaway was clear; Palmwine Fest is less about spectacle and more about experience. Legend Extra Stout’s partnership across both cities reflected a natural alignment with a festival built on authenticity, creative expression and cultural connection.

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Nigerian singer-songwriter Tems has reached a major milestone in her career, hitting 20.32 million monthly listeners on Spotify, her highest number yet on the platform.

The feat cements her place as one of Nigeria’s biggest global music stars.

With this record, Tems is now the second most-listened-to Nigerian artist on Spotify, a reflection of her growing international influence and unique sound. Blending Afrobeats, R&B, and alté, the Grammy-winning artist has captivated audiences worldwide with both her solo projects and standout collaborations.

From her breakout track Try Me to chart-topping hits like Wizkid’s Essence and Future’s Wait for U featuring Drake, Tems’ catalog continues to push Nigerian music further onto the global stage.

Her recent achievement reflects the rising demand for African music internationally and showcases her role as a trailblazer among the new wave of Afrobeats stars. As she prepares for more releases and performances on global stages, it is evident to say that Tems’ sound is resonating everywhere, and her influence is only just beginning to grow.

Tems reaches a new all-time high on Spotify with 20.32M monthly listeners.

— She’s currently the 2nd Nigerian artist with the most monthly listeners on the platform. pic.twitter.com/YFn7ST1GL8

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Née de la scène musicale nigériane, Tems continue de redéfinir les standards de l’industrie musicale africaine. Lancée en 2018, la chanteuse, aujourd’hui lauréate d’un Grammy Award, vient d’établir un nouveau record en devenant l’artiste féminine africaine la plus vendue à l’échelle mondiale, surpassant des icônes comme Angélique Kidjo, Tiwa Savage et Yemi Alade. Avec plus …

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Tems is giving us another reason to fall in love with her style. The singer shared a few photos from her recent performances on Instagram with the caption “No ordinary girl,” and this look proves exactly that.

She kept things simple but striking in a black halter top with a plunging V-neckline – the kind of piece that relies on clean lines and great styling to make its statement. It’s bold without trying too hard, and it frames her shoulders beautifully, giving that confident, laid-back cool Tems is known for.

Her hair was the real talking point. A curly bob with soft, defined coils that framed her face perfectly. If you look closely, you’ll notice neat cornrow details along the sides, adding a subtle but clever twist to the style.

Makeup stayed true to her understated vibe: warm bronzed skin, lashes that make her eyes pop, and a soft nude-pink lip that tied everything together. She rounded it off with small hoop earrings.

It’s the kind of outfit you can imagine wearing to dinner, a gig, or a late-night rooftop party. Tems has a way of making something as simple as a black top feel fresh and memorable, and this is one of those moments.

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Yellow does something special on dark skin — it glows, it lifts, it speaks. So when Tems stepped out at 7Fest in that canary-hued top, we knew we were about to be seated.

The halter-style top, slashed down the middle and laced in gold chains, didn’t play it safe. It draped and dipped in all the right places, sitting just above low-slung denim that nodded to a different kind of cool. Her body was adorned in gold, from a chain belt to layers of statement necklaces, giving this look the feel of both a goddess and a girl who knows exactly what she’s doing.

And she does. Tems has had a full-circle kind of summer, headlining Down The Rabbit Hole in Amsterdam, gracing stages across continents, and still finding time to serve looks that stay with you.

Her hair, styled into soft curls with cornrows that framed her face like a crown, completed the look. Her lips, deep brown-red, were rich enough to anchor the whole moment.

So yes, we’re still thinking about it. And saving it. And sending it to the group chat with that emoji.

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Tems is no stranger to big moves. Going from alt-leaning darling to multiple Grammy winner, the artist has been delving deeper into the rich crater of business choices that will undoubtedly solidify her as one of the most forward-thinking minds of her generation. But even by Tems' high standards as a musician and celebrity, her latest investment has the potential to become an industry gamechanger, spawning an impact that will surely outlive the 30-year-old artist.

As part of her efforts to democratize the music industry, Tems will launch the Leading Vibe Initiative, a platform dedicated to championing women within the scene. According to reports, women are significantly underrepresented in the music industry, with only 22 percent of musicians worldwide being women. Tems, who's one of the most successful artists of the new generation, definitely has a lot of tips and tools that will prove crucial to any emerging woman artist.

"Across Africa, I've seen firsthand how much talent exists, and how many female musical talents still face barriers at every stage. The Leading Vibe Initiative is my commitment to changing that reality," she tells OkayAfrica.

"My goal with the Leading Vibe Initiative is to help discover and support talented young women who have the potential to redefine the industry," she says. "By opening doors and building a real community, we can equip more women with the tools, resources, and networks they need to break barriers, amplify their voice, and shape the future of the global music industry."

The inaugural program is scheduled to take place between August 8 and 9, with an intimate event followed by a comprehensive day-long event that will include workshops, masterclasses, and panel discussions, all designed to provide participants with a multidimensional perspective on the music industry. Afterwards, the Leading Vibe will continue to support and counsel on the creative and business aspects of music.

"It's a movement, it's a network. It's a wave built for women by women, from the continent to the world."

No doubt a groundbreaking initiative, this reveals an incredible practicality from Tems as she takes action towards leveling the entry base for women artists. As we've seen from her success and that of other women stars like Ayra Starr and Uncle Waffles, the sound and perspective of women artists have all it takes to propel Afrobeats into a greater future.

By taking on this exciting and no doubt challenging task, Tems has again taken the lead, proving that she'll always put her money and resources where her mouth is. Or in this case, where her heart is.

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You love her voice, you’ve probably replayed “Love Me Jeje” a dozen times, and now Tems is doing something just as iconic. She’s launching a powerful new platform — The Leading Vibe Initiative — to help more women across Africa break into the music scene. And not just singers. We’re talking songwriters, producers, engineers. Basically, the whole squad.

The Grammy Award-winning singer took to social media to share the news, writing:

Today, I’m so proud to launch The Leading Vibe. From my self-taught journey with no roadmap, I created this initiative to support African women in music, those breaking barriers, building boldly, and leading the next wave.

Rooted in her own story of navigating the industry without formal training or connections, Tems has built this initiative to support, connect, and amplify young women in music across Africa.

And she’s starting where it all began: Lagos.

Kicking off August 8–9 in her hometown, The Leading Vibe Initiative will host its first immersive programme. Designed for Nigerian women aged 18 to 35, the two-day experience will include workshops, masterclasses, and panel discussions led by seasoned industry professionals. Participants will gain hands-on training, access to professional tools, and valuable connections,  all in a space designed to empower the next generation of women in music.

For Tems, this mission is deeply personal. She spoke about how, despite the rapid growth of Nigeria’s music industry, space for women as writers, engineers, producers, and creators has been limited.

That’s why she created Leading Vibe: for the ones who believe. The ones who dare to be different. The ones with a dream to be seen and a voice that deserves to be heard.

The initiative also plans to eventually expand across the continent, with additional rollouts slated in Africa.

If you’re ready to be part of it, applications are now open.

Watch her talk more about the initiative below.

 

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