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.

Debuting this August, Leading Vibe will be a purposeful initiative that showcases the intricacies of the music industry to rising artists, producers, and songwriters, drawing on the rich experience base of Tems and her managers, Muyiwa Awoniyi and Wale Davies. It will start from Tems' hometown of Lagos and expand to other African cities throughout the year, and eventually to other major cities across the globe.

"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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Wizkid and Tems have set new records for the music industry in Africa as Apple Music unveiled the most streamed songs of all time.

Apple music honoured and celebrated the biggest songs of all time which garnered the highest number streams on their streaming platform as they announced the most streamed songs of all time on Apple music and the talented Nigerian artists Tems and Wizkid set a new record for the music industry in Africa with their appearance on the list.

Wizkid with the Drake 'One Dance' collaboration saw the multiple award-winning singer and performer become the highest ranked African act on the list.

Tems with her Grammy award-winning collaboration with Future and Drake titled 'Wait For U' saw the innovative singer who has championed a new initiative to support women in music in Africa become the highest ranked and only female African artist on the chart.

The most streamed songs in history on Apple Music

Here are the most streamed songs in history on the streaming platform, Apple Music:

Most streamed songs in Apple Music history (Top 500):

1 Shape of You

2 Blinding Lights

3 God’s Plan

4 Sunflower

5 rockstar

6 One Dance

7 SICKO MODE

8 Perfect

9 No Guidance

10 bad guy

11 Closer

12 Starboy

13 goosebumps

14 STAY (The Kid Laroi & Justin)

15 HUMBLE.

16 Dance Monkey

17 Freestyle

18 The Box

19 7 rings

20 Someone You Loved

21 Nice For What

22 thank u, next

23 Drip Too Hard

24 Unforgettable

25 In My Feelings

26 Nonstop

27 No Role Modelz

28 Circles

29 Lucid Dreams

30 I Like It

31 XO TOUR Llif3

32 Going Bad

33 HIGHEST IN THE ROOM

34 Dynamite

35 Better Now

36 Congratulations

37 Mask Off

38 For The Night

39 Yes Indeed

40 Sum 2 Prove

41 Passionfruit

42 WAIT FOR U

43 Believer

44 Work

45 Don't

46 New Rules

47 Wow.

48 Havana

49 Life Is Good

50 lovely

51 Die For You

52 Bank Account

53 Something Just Like This

54 Despacito

55 LOVE.

56 I Fall Apart

57 Cruel Summer

58 when the party's over

59 That's What I Like

60 Old Town Road

61 Beautiful Crazy

62 Don't Start Now

63 Without Me (Halsey)

64 Thinking Out Loud

65 Psycho

66 BUTTERFLY EFFECT

67 Last Night

68 Chasin' You

69 SAD!

70 Best Part

71 Tennessee Whiskey

72 Thunder

73 Snooze

74 Wants and Needs

75 As It Was

76 Señorita

77 Heat Waves

78 Watermelon Sugar

79 The Hills

80 Blank Space

81 Best I Ever Had

82 Girls Like You

83 Young Dumb & Broke

84 Fuck Love

85 Lose Yourself

86 everything i wanted

87 Exchange

88 Location

89 ROCKSTAR

90 All The Stars

91 Into the Night (夜に駆ける)

92 Better

93 Wild Thoughts

94 Bad and Boujee

95 Say You Won't Let Go

96 Bodak Yellow

97 Lover

98 drivers license

99 Good Days

100 All I Want for Christmas Is You

101 Woah

102 MIDDLE CHILD

103 Suge

104 Shallow

105 WAP

106 Kiss Me More

107 Shake It Off

108 good 4 u

109 Call Out My Name

110 I Feel It Coming

111 Power Trip

112 Intentions

113 Too Good at Goodbyes

114 Drowning

115 I'm the One

116 Redbone

117 Under the Influence

118 Dreams

119 Someone Like You

120 Wildest Dreams

121 Needed Me

122 Love on the Brain

123 Happier

124 ocean eyes

125 Love Story

126 Controlla

127 Mr. Brightside

128 Money In The Grave

129 DÁKITI

130 Umbrella

131 I Don't Care

132 Knife Talk

133 Roll in Peace

134 No Flockin

135 All Girls Are the Same

136 Ballin’

137 Low Life

138 What You Know Bout Love

139 Go Crazy

140 Ric Flair Drip

141 Wasted On You

142 ZEZE

143 a lot

144 Hello

145 One Kiss

146 Get You

147 Dried Flower

148 Meant to Be

149 24K Magic

150 Moonlight

151 Style

152 Whiskey Glasses

153 Goodbyes

154 Sweater Weather

155 Eastside

156 Bohemian Rhapsody

157 no tears left to cry

158 X

159 Viva La Vida

160 Yeah!

161 Talk

162 Low Down

163 Save Your Tears

164 Look Back at It

165 Can't Feel My Face

166 Sure Thing

167 positions

168 Easy On Me

169 When It Rains It Pours

170 Armed and Dangerous

171 Swervin

172 White Iverson

173 Tití Me Preguntó

174 Tunnel Vision

175 Jocelyn Flores

176 MIA

177 Not Like Us

178 This Is What You Came For

179 Baby

180 Love Galore

181 Kill Bill

182 Wet Dreamz

183 Bad Habits

184 BOP

185 Riptide

186 Martin & Gina

187 You Need To Calm Down

188 When I Was Your Man

189 Hurricane

190 Flowers

191 March Madness

192 Castle on the Hill

193 Money Trees

194 DNA.

195 She Got the Best of Me

196 Dior

197 Yellow

198 CAN'T STOP THE FEELING!

199 Pretender

200 You Belong With Me

201 Photograph

202 IDGAF

203 Without Me (Eminem)

204 Marvins Room

205 Mood

206 Take Me to Church

207 Don't Let Me Down

208 Emotionally Scarred

209 Pink + White

210 Murder on My Mind

211 Kacey Talk

212 Party In the U.S.A.

213 Taste

214 Sugar

215 Walk It Talk It

216 Sativa

217 Love Yourself

218 In da Club

219 The Way Life Goes

220 Just the Way You Are

221 Anti-Hero

222 High Hopes

223 The London

224 In A Minute

225 Love the Way You Lie

226 You Proof

227 Stick Talk

228 Rolling in the Deep

229 More than My Hometown

230 Lean On

231 Adore You

232 Laugh Now Cry Later

233 Don't Stop Believin'

234 Crazy in Love

235 Oh Okay

236 Hotline Bling

237 Memories

238 Sorry

239 Vete

240 Truth Hurts

241 Billie Jean

242 Pop Out

243 Let Me Love You

244 I Get the Bag

245 Thunderstruck

246 MotorSport

247 Uptown Funk

248 Bandit

249 Can't Hold Us

250 Smells Like Teen Spirit

251 7 Years

252 Butter

253 INDUSTRY BABY

254 Thinkin Bout You

255 3 Headed Goat

256 Me Porto Bonito

257 Too Good

258 Feel It Still

259 Callaita

260 Stressed Out

261 Headlines

262 The A Team

263 Gold Digger

264 The Weekend

265 Shivers

266 Silence

267 BIRDS OF A FEATHER

268 See You Again (Wiz Khalifa)

269 Forever After All

270 LOYALTY.

271 Look What You Made Me Do

272 Roses (Imanbek Remix)

273 Mood Swings

274 Jimmy Cooks

275 Kaiju no Hanauta

276 Work Out

277 All of Me

278 Digits

279 Slide

280 RAPSTAR

281 Hold On, We're Going Home

282 Be Alright

283 Ni**as in Paris

284 We Paid

285 Godzilla

286 Robbery

287 Hotel California

288 Peaches

289 You Make It Easy

290 High Fashion

291 IDOL (アイドル)

292 Empire State of Mind

293 Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)

294 Fake Love

295 Sign of the Times

296 The Middle

297 We Found Love

298 The Real Slim Shady

299 Beautiful Things

300 Espresso

301 Sweet Child O' Mine

302 Cover Me Up

303 déjà vu (Olivia Rodrigo)

304 We Don’t Talk Anymore

305 Back in Blood

306 HEARTBREAK ANNIVERSARY

307 The Night We Met

308 Back In Black

309 Jungle

310 Dancing With A Stranger

311 Youngblood

312 A Bar Song (Tipsy)

313 Attention

314 Magnolia

315 Need To Know

316 Heaven

317 Locked Out of Heaven

318 FEFE

319 Look Alive

320 Wonderwall

321 Love Me

322 What Lovers Do

323 7 Summers

324 In the End

325 Super Gremlin

326 Neighbors

327 Money

328 Heartless (The Weeknd)

329 Stay (Zedd)

330 break up with your girlfriend, i'm bored

331 bury a friend

332 Sweet but Psycho

333 1-800-273-8255

334 Crew

335 Sucker

336 Close Friends

337 There's Nothing Holdin' Me Back

338 Let Me Love You

339 Mo Bamba

340 Body

341 Check

342 Leave The Door Open

343 Levitating

344 Father Stretch My Hands, Pt. 1

345 Halo

346 No Scrubs

347 Stay

348 Before You Go

349 Broken Clocks

350 Promiscuous

351 Baby Shark

352 Black Beatles

353 Money Longer

354 Drankin N Smokin

355 Pure Cocaine

356 Happier Than Ever

357 Counting Stars

358 idontwannabeyouanymore

359 Cheap Thrills

360 Till I Collapse

361 Another Love

362 LA CANCIÓN

363 Marigold

364 traitor

365 Heartless (Kanye West)

366 Whatever It Takes

367 Moscow Mule

368 Body Like a Back Road

369 Set Fire to the Rain

370 Mine

371 Payphone

372 No Limit

373 Way 2 Sexy

374 When We Were Young

375 I Had Some Help

376 God is a woman

377 Look At Me!

378 Something in the Orange

379 Lose Control

380 The Worst

381 Thinkin’ Bout Me

382 Love Me Like You Do

383 Stronger

384 Sold Out Dates

385 Teenage Fever

386 Nights

387 Faded

388 déjà vu (J. Cole)

389 Bad at Love

390 Titanium

391 Work from Home

392 Iris

393 Africa

394 Wake Me Up

395 Another One Bites the Dust

396 Candy Paint

397 Rain On Me

398 Erase Your Social

399 Chicago Freestyle

400 Juicy

401 Te Boté

402 Valuable Pain

403 A Sky Full of Stars

404 YOSEMITE

405 Numb

406 Diamonds

407 Mockingbird

408 All of the Lights

409 pick up the phone

410 Wake Up in the Sky

411 Galway Girl

412 Kevin's Heart

413 Stitches

414 I Hate U

415

416 Somebody That I Used to Know

417 Toosie Slide

418 Girls Want Girls

419 F.N

420 Outside Today

421 I Don’t Wanna Live Forever (Fifty Shades Darker)

422 Die With A Smile

423 Heartless

424 Poetic Justice

425 Baby

426 Bad Bad Bad

427 Praise The Lord (Da Shine) [feat. Skepta]

428 Subtitle

429 10,000 Hours

430 I Ain't Worried

431 Hypnotize (2007 Remaster)

432 Dreams and Nightmares

433 Rich Flex

434 Ransom

435 Lose You To Love Me

436 Boo'd Up

437 Ivy

438 I Want It That Way

439 Calling My Spirit

440 Ao To Natsu

441 Talking to the Moon

442 Cold Water

443 Fast Car

444 Say So

445 STARGAZING

446 Slime Belief

447 Go Flex

448 Lean Wit Me

449 Bitch, Don’t Kill My Vibe

450 Taki Taki

451 Chandelier

452 It Ain't Me

453 Let You Down

454 Beautiful People

455 First Day Out

456 Delicate

457 Summertime Sadness

458 changes

459 APT.

460 Rockabye

461 Tequila

462 For Free

463 The Less I Know the Better

464 Space Cadet

465 Astronaut In The Ocean

466 Pumped Up Kicks

467 Danza Kuduro

468 Sky Walker

469 Do I Wanna Know?

470 Moves Like Jagger

471 Hakujitsu

472 Ride It

473 Young, Wild & Free

474 Girls Need Love

475 Cash Shit

476 ROXANNE

477 cardigan

478 Lost

479 I Took a Pill in Ibiza (Seeb Remix)

480 On Me

481 See You Again (Tyler, the Creator)

482 Beer Never Broke My Heart

483 Hips Don't Lie

484 Flashing Lights

485 The Chain

486 What Do You Mean?

487 September

488 Speechless

489 Blueberry Faygo

490 Pursuit of Happiness (Nightmare) [feat. MGMT & Ratatat]

491 You Was Right

492 Cake By the Ocean

493 Fuck Up Some Commas

494 bellyache

495 Me, Myself & I

496 Woman

497 Wolves

498 I'm Yours

499 Shoota

500 Fair Trade

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Tems will share the stage with Puerto Rican hitmaker, J Balvin, and American Pop star, Doja Cat, in a performance curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay.

By Abioye Damilare Samson

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer and songwriter, Tems, has been announced as one of the headline performers for the first halftime show at the FIFA Club World Cup. The historic event will take place on July 19, 2025, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, during the tournament’s final match, marking FIFA’s bold attempt to mirror the high-energy spectacle of America’s Super Bowl halftime shows.

Tems will share the stage with Puerto Rican hitmaker, J Balvin, and American Pop star, Doja Cat, in a performance curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay. The announcement comes just days after Tems was honoured with the Diamond Award at Billboard’s inaugural Global Power Players event in London, a recognition that further cements her international acclaim.

Her growing influence is also extending into sports. Earlier this year, Tems made headlines as the first African woman and artiste to acquire ownership in a Major League Soccer team, joining the investor group behind San Diego FC.

As Afrobeats continues to surge globally, its fusion with mainstream culture — from fashion to film to sports — reflects the genre’s growing resonance beyond the continent. Tems’ forthcoming performance at the Club World Cup final adds to this momentum and signals FIFA’s recognition of Africa’s cultural currency on the world stage.

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Tems has been announced as a headliner for the first halftime show at the FIFA Club World Cup. Scheduled to be held in the US between June and July this year, it has been a hot topic as to how the footballing event could borrow a leaf from America’s Super Bowl halftime tradition, and now it’s finally happening.

The Nigerian superstar and her team are not new to the world of sports. Tems recently became a part-owner of San Diego FC, making history as the first African woman to hold ownership stakes in a Major League Soccer (MLS) club. She will headline the FIFA Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium on July 19, performing alongside Puerto Rican star J Balvin and American act Doja Cat. The trio was selected for this highly anticipated event by Chris Martin of Coldplay.

As Afrobeats continues to scale internationally, collaboration between the music and sports industries is inevitable. As entertainment is a shared interest, artists like Tems have been intentional in positioning their brands to attract a wide range of partners. The Club World Cup has a peculiar appeal, being hosted in the United States, a country that, despite its recent political upheavals, has typically enjoyed a large demographic of Africans in the diaspora.

Tems’ inclusion on the Club World Cup stage not only represents Africa’s contributions to the beautiful game; it nods to the rich history of African American music, from Soul to R&B and hip-hop, that has been a notable influence behind her unique sound.

Further entrenching the halftime show in more noble ambitions, FIFA is partnering with Global Citizen, an organization dedicated to ending extreme poverty and providing children with access to education and football infrastructure. Consequently, the FIFA Global Citizen Fund aims to raise $100 million towards the achievement of these goals.

Through this potentially world-changing connection between football and music, not only are those goals possible, but both of these scenes are going to open up more favorably for their practitioners. Already, we’ve seen Afrobeats acts like Ayra Starr and Rema perform at a New Balance launch and the Ballon D’Or ceremony, proving that African stars, with all their swag and sonic brilliance, are going to be instrumental as the world consistently evolves into one big field of collaboration.

Given Tems’ expertise with live performances, the world will surely be in for a show on that MetLife stage.

Tems is headed to the pitch, this July and she’s not coming alone. The Afrobeats artist will join Doja Cat and J Balvin to perform at the first-ever halftime show at a FIFA Club World Cup Final. For the first time, the FIFA Club World Cup final will include a halftime show and the debut lineup is as strategic as it is star-studded.

This performance isn’t merely entertainment. Curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay, the show supports the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, an initiative aimed at raising $100 million to improve educational access and youth football programmes around the world. The show, which will be streamed for free on DAZN.com, marks an intersection of sport, music, and global development efforts.

Tems, speaking about the upcoming performance, noted that it’s a chance to bring people together in a moment of unity through music and football.  “We’re going to bring the world together for a beautiful moment – to celebrate football, feel the unity that music brings, and improve the lives of millions of children through the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund. I can’t wait – see you at the FIFA Club World Cup final!” Tems said.

Pleased to announce that @temsbaby will be performing at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 on Sunday 13th July 2025 at the Metlife Stadium pic.twitter.com/vaLnWEPhlO

— Muyiwa Awoniyi (@IAmDonawon) June 9, 2025

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The nominees for the 25th annual BET Awards have officially landed, and African artists are making their presence felt. From Lagos to Johannesburg, Dar es Salaam to Accra, a diverse slate of continental talent has secured nominations across major categories, underlining the global rise and influence of African music.

This year, Nigerian pop powerhouse Ayra Starr leads the African contingent with three nods – Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, Best New Artist, and Best International Act. It's a significant moment for the 21-year-old, whose debut album, The Year I Turned 21, has positioned her as a standout voice in the Afro-pop landscape. Ayra's nomination haul cements her arrival as a local chart-topper and a fully-fledged global star.

Another Nigerian trailblazer, Tems, earned double nominations in the BET Her category for “Burning” and “Hold On,” both from her critically acclaimed debut Born In The Wild. Known for her introspective writing and haunting vocals, Tems continues to expand the boundaries of soul and R&B, infusing them with the spirit of Lagos while resonating with audiences worldwide.

Across the Best New International Act category, the spotlight turns to a new class of African talent defining the moment: Nigeria’s Shallipopi, UK-based Nigerian artist Odeal, South Africa’s Maglera Doe Boy, Tanzania’s Abigail Chams, and Durban’s genre-bending producer Dlala Thukzin all made the cut. It’s a testament to the explosive creativity bubbling from African scenes that increasingly set the pace for pop music at large.

Speaking on this year’s nominations, Senior Vice President & Co-General Manager at Paramount Africa and Lead at BET International, Monde Twala, reflected on the significance of this moment: “The 2025 nominations reflect the incredible creativity, influence, and impact of African artists who are shaping culture and pushing boundaries. These talents represent the diversity and heartbeat of a new generation, and the global resonance of our sounds.”

The awards continue to spotlight excellence across Black entertainment. US rapper Kendrick Lamar leads all nominees with ten nods, including Album of the Year for GNX and Video of the Year for “Not Like Us.” Rising star Doechii, with her genre-bending debut Alligator Bites Never Heal, earned six nominations, tying with Drake, Future, and GloRilla. Meanwhile, SZA and The Weeknd both earned four nominations each.

Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, the BET Awards, dubbed “Culture’s Biggest Night”, returns to the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Tuesday, 10 June, broadcasting live on BET (DStv Channel 129 and GOtv Channel 21) at 01:00 WAT. The milestone event will also include the free 2-day BETX Fan Fest, co-produced by Live Nation Urban, with concerts, panel discussions, and community activations.

As African artists continue to break borders and redefine genre, their growing visibility at institutions like the BET Awards marks more than just individual wins; it’s a reflection of how the global cultural map is being redrawn.

This year’s Met Gala was always going to be a one for the books. The glitzy annual event, designed to raise funds for the museum’s Costume Institute, finally – in its 77-year history – paid tribute to the indisputable influence of Black style. Through the Costume Institute’s much anticipated exhibition, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, and through the fundraiser itself, Black style took center stage. The exhibition specifically explores the ways in which Black men have used fashion as a tool for resistance and reinvention.

This was also the first time an African sponsor, African Fashion International (AFI), alongside the likes of Instagram and the Tyler Perry Foundation, helped support the event financially and had top billing as such. AFI founder Dr. Precious Moloi-Motsepe tells OkayAfrica that “Black dandyism is a cultural phenomenon that is alive on the African continent – in Congo, on the streets of Nairobi, in Lagos, in Johannesburg, in Cape Town. It’s a moment of reckoning and acknowledging the creative genius that comes from Africa as well as the African Americans in the diaspora.”

Moloi-Motsepe continues: “The Met Gala is more than an event - it is a cultural institution that influences how we view fashion. For AFI, it is an opportunity to highlight the depth, creativity, and global significance of African fashion and to challenge outdated perceptions of what African identity in fashion means. We are not just participants in this narrative - we are leaders in redefining it."

Moloi-Motsepe’s statement couldn’t be truer, as this year’s event features more than half a dozen African designers making outfits not just for African stars, but a diverse slate of celebrities. Designers of African descent often reference their diverse heritages and personal journeys in their work, frequently taking inspiration from and amplifying forgotten or overlooked histories of Black people in the process. African designers taking the spotlight on one of fashion’s biggest nights signals that the continent’s diverse stories and talents are no longer on the margins, but are contributing to the conversation.

Scroll through to see the looks, who wore them, and who made them:

Ozwald Boateng

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The British Ghanaian designer’s 2025 Met Gala catalogue features Tems in a blue Ankara suit dress with a puff skirt accented with a green cravat and a matching umbrella; Burna Boy in a red wool tuxedo on a yellow shirt and red tie, all paired with an oxblood cape; Ayra Starr in a black high slit gown with a lapel collar, and Issa Rae in an all black three piece ensemble which she calls “dandy West African style.”

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Ozwald Boateng was also worn by Jaden Smith, who walked the carpet in an all-black look with a cape in black and white stripe and checkered pattern; Colin Kaepernick, who wore a three piece burgundy suit made with Kente prints, and Henry Golding, who wore a gold-patterned three piece suit.

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Ugo Mozie made an unforgettable mark at this year’s Met Gala designing for and styling several guests, the most commanding being Diana Ross. After a two-decade break, Ross returned to the Met Gala Monday night wearing custom Eleven Sixteen by Ugo Mozie. The look is a crystal embellished white gown and a feathered cape that covers the entire breadth of the stairs and features the names of Ross’ children and grandchildren.

Mozie’s Eleven Sixteen also made the look won by Nigerian chef Kwame Onwuachi who stars in Netflix’s Chefs Table. The look is an all-black ensemble made with a striped pattern, and features a crown adorned by Nigeria-sourced gemstones, as well as custom carved bronzes from Benin, Nigeria.

Mozie also collaborated with BOSS, styling the looks of Senegalese Italian social media star Khaby Lame and American model and actor Alton Mason. Lame wore a grey striped three-piece suit with a waist coat adorned with about two dozen pocket watches. Mason arrived in a black floor-length cape over a sparkling two-piece crystal-embellished ensemble.

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For his Met Gala carpet debut, South African designer Thebe Magugu made his eponymous brand's first ever couture look worn by Aurora James, drawing inspiration from the female muses of Central and West African sartorial photographers of the '50s and '60s, the brand says on Instagram. The look features a flowing brown grown made from Chiffon, paired with a dramatic headpiece inspired by the geles worn by Yoruba women in Nigeria and West Africa.

Ivy Getty's look is a layered cream ensemble with metallic detailing, paired with a brown fur-accented clutch.

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David Tlale

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South African designer David Tlale dressed his longtime friend Moloi-Motsepe in a cream and gold patterned suit with bell-bottom pants, an off-shoulder neckline, and a dramatic cape.

Orange Culture

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Nigerian designer Adebayo Oke-Lawal’s brand Orange Culture made an appearance at this year’s event making a custom piece worn by American actor Brian Tyree Henry. The look features a red two-piece suit, a white shirt and long black tie, with black knee-length boots, all covered by a red and gold texture coat that can be said to be a tribute to the late American fashion powerhouse André Leon Talley.

Chuks Collins

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Nigerian designer Chuks Collins made the gown worn by American radio and TV personality Nessa Niab. The gown, named “An ode to Mama,” is from Collins’ upcoming Nné Collection, which he says is “a celebration of maternal legacy, identity, and ancestral elegance.” It is made in black silk with corset detailing, and the complete look features a puffer jacket-like cropped cape from Moncler x EE72 by Edward Enninful.

Hanifa

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Hanifa, the brand founded by Congolese American designer Anifa Mvuemba, made the outfit worn by Savannah James, the entrepreneur and wife of this year’s Met Gala honorary co-chair Lebron James, who couldn’t attend due to an injury. The look features a striped burgundy pattern throughout and is made up of a jacket with corset detailing in the midriff area and a mermaid style skirt with a wide train.

Deji and Kola

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Deji and Kola, the brand founded by Nigerian designers Ayodeji Adebayo and Kolapo Olabintan appeared on the stairs of the Met Museum this year by way of NFL player Jonathan Owens and media entrepreneur Claire Sulmers. Owens wore an all-white ensemble made up of a knitted handwoven Aso Oke tuxedo jacket and flared pants with a fur shawl on his shoulder. Sulmers’ red monochrome ensemble made up of a three piece suit and large cape. The look was styled by Nigerian stylist Swanky Jerry who also stars in Netflix's Young, Famous and African.

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The 2025 BET Awards nominations are in, and African artists feature prominently across major categories, marking another strong moment for the continent’s music on the global stage.

Ayra Starr leads the African contingent with three nominations: ‘Best Female R&B/Pop Artist’, ‘Best New Artist’, and ‘Best International Act’. These nominations reflect her expanding presence in both African and international music circles.

Tems earns two nominations in the ‘BET Her’ category for “Burning” and “Hold On,” both from her debut album “Born In The Wild.”

Tems, already a global sensation, continues to break barriers, earning two nominations in the ‘BET Her’ category for her moving tracks, “Burning” and “Hold On”. These powerful songs from her debut album, “Born In The Wild,” not only showcase her signature emotional depth but also highlight her role as one of the most resonant voices in contemporary music.

Other African acts nominated this year include Rema, Burna Boy, Tyla, Black Sherif, and Uncle Waffles. The ‘Best New International Act’ category also sees strong African representation, with Shallipopi, Odeal, Maglera Doe Boy, Abigail Chams, and Dlala Thukzin recognised for their work over the past year.

This year’s nominations point to the expanding global footprint of African music and the continued recognition of its artists on major international stages.

See the full list of nominees:

Album of the Year

• $OME $EXY $ONGS 4 U – Drake & PARTYNEXTDOOR
• 11:11 Deluxe – Chris Brown
• Alligator Bites Never Heal – Doechii
• Cowboy Carter – Beyoncé
• Glorious – GloRilla
• GNX – Kendrick Lamar
• Hurry Up Tomorrow – The Weeknd
• We Don’t Trust You – Future & Metro Boomin

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist

• Ayra Starr
• Ari Lennox
• Coco Jones
• Kehlani
• Muni Long
• Summer Walker
• SZA
• Victoria Monét

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist

• Bruno Mars
• Chris Brown
• Drake
• Fridayy
• Leon Thomas
• Teddy Swims
• The Weeknd
• Usher

Best Group

• 41
• Common & Pete Rock
• Drake & PARTYNEXTDOOR
• FLO
• Future & Metro Boomin
• Jacquees & Dej Loaf
• Larry June, 2 Chainz, The Alchemist
• Maverick City Music

Best Collaboration

• 30 for 30 – SZA feat. Kendrick Lamar
• Alter Ego – Doechii feat. JT
• Are You Even Real – Teddy Swims feat. GIVĒON
• Beckham – Dee Billz feat. Kyle Richh, Kai Swervo, KJ Swervo
• Bless – Lil Wayne, Wheezy & Young Thug
• Like That – Future & Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar
• Luther – Kendrick Lamar & SZA
• Sticky – Tyler, the Creator feat. GloRilla, Sexyy Red & Lil Wayne
• Timeless – The Weeknd feat. Playboi Carti

Best Female Hip Hop Artist

• Cardi B
• Doechii
• Doja Cat
• GloRilla
• Latto
• Megan Thee Stallion
• Nicki Minaj
• Rapsody
• Sexyy Red

Best Male Hip Hop Artist

• Burna Boy
• BigXthaPlug
• Bossman Dlow
• Drake
• Future
• Kendrick Lamar
• Key Glock
• Lil Wayne
• Tyler, the Creator

Video of the Year

• 3AM in Tokeyo – Key Glock
• A Bar Song (Tipsy) – Shaboozey
• After Hours – Kehlani
• Denial is a River – Doechii
• Family Matters – Drake
• Not Like Us – Kendrick Lamar
• Timeless – The Weeknd feat. Playboi Carti
• Type Shit – Future, Metro Boomin, Travis Scott & Playboi Carti

Video Director of the Year

• Anderson .Paak
• B Pace Productions & Jacquees
• Benny Boom
• Cactus Jack
• Cole Bennett
• Dave Free & Kendrick Lamar
• Dave Meyers
• Foggieraw
• Tyler, the Creator

Best New Artist

• 41
• Ayra Starr
• BigXthaPlug
• Bossman Dlow
• Dee Billz
• Leon Thomas
• October London
• Shaboozey
• Teddy Swims

Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award

• A God (There Is) – Common & Pete Rock feat. Jennifer Hudson
• Amen – Pastor Mike Jr.
• Better Days – Fridayy
• Church Doors – Yolanda Adams feat. Sir The Baptist & Donald Lawrence (Terry Hunter Remix)
• Constant – Maverick City Music, Jordin Sparks, Chandler Moore & Anthony Gargiula
• Deserve to Win – Tamela Mann
• Faith – Rapsody
• Rain Down on Me – GloRilla feat. Kirk Franklin, Maverick City Music

Viewer’s Choice Award

• Residuals – Chris Brown
• Denial is a River – Doechii
• Nokia – Drake
• Like That – Future & Metro Boomin feat. Kendrick Lamar
• TGIF – GloRilla
• Not Like Us – Kendrick Lamar
• Luther – Kendrick Lamar & SZA
• Brokey – Latto

Best International Act

• Any Gabrielly (Brazil)
• Ayra Starr (Nigeria)
• Bashy (United Kingdom)
• Black Sherif (Ghana)
• Ezra Collective (United Kingdom)
• Joé Dwèt Filé (France)
• MC Luanna (Brazil)
• Rema (Nigeria)
• SDM (France)
• Tyla (South Africa)
• Uncle Waffles (Swaziland)

Best New International Act

• Abigail Chams (Tanzania)
• Ajuliacosta (Brazil)
• Amabbi (Brazil)
• Dlala Thukzin (South Africa)
• Dr Yaro (France)
• KWN (United Kingdom)
• Maglera Doe Boy (South Africa)
• Merveille (France)
• Odeal (United Kingdom)
• Shallipopi (Nigeria)
• TxC (South Africa)

BET Her

• Beautiful People – Mary J. Blige
• Blackbiird – Beyoncé feat. Tanner Adell, Brittney Spencer, Tiera Kennedy & Reyna Roberts
• Bloom – Doechii
• Burning – Tems
• Defying Gravity – Cynthia Erivo feat. Ariana Grande
• Heart of a Woman – Summer Walker
• Hold On – Tems
• In My Bag – FLO & GloRilla

Best Movie

• Bad Boys: Ride or Die
• Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F
• Luther: Never Too Much
• Mufasa: The Lion King
• One of Them Days
• Rebel Ridge
• The Piano Lesson
• The Six Triple Eight

Best Actor

• Aaron Pierre
• Aldis Hodge
• Anthony Mackie
• Colman Domingo
• Denzel Washington
• Jamie Foxx
• Joey Bada$$
• Kevin Hart
• Sterling K. Brown
• Will Smith

Best Actress

• Andra Day
• Angela Bassett
• Coco Jones
• Cynthia Erivo
• Keke Palmer
• Kerry Washington
• Quinta Brunson
• Viola Davis
• Zendaya

YoungStars Award

• Akira Akbar
• Blue Ivy Carter
• Gracelyn “Gracie” Hollingsworth
• Heiress Harris
• Melody Hurd
• Thaddeus J. Mixson
• Tyrik Johnson
• VanVan

Sportswoman of the Year Award

• A’ja Wilson
• Angel Reese
• Claressa Shields
• Coco Gauff
• Dawn Staley
• Flau’jae Johnson
• Juju Watkins
• Sha’Carri Richardson
• Simone Biles

Sportsman of the Year Award

• Aaron Judge
• Anthony Edwards
• Deion Sanders
• Jalen Hurts
• Jayson Tatum
• LeBron James
• Saquon Barkley
• Stephen Curry

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The 2025 Headies Awards brought together artists and entertainers from across the continent for a night of music, fashion, and recognition. Held in Lagos, the show featured performances, tributes, and appearances that marked another major moment for African music and culture.

The night opened with Blaqbonez performing ‘Like Ice Spice,’ followed by Ayomaff with ‘Dealer‘ and Qing Madi with ‘American Love.’

The Orchestra Choir followed with a vocal performance. Odumodublvck performed Pity This Boy,’ and LAX followed with ‘Caro.’ During his set, Juma Jux stepped down from the stage for a sweet moment with his wife, joining her in a short choreography, that made one of the night’s most heartwarming scenes.

Performances continued with Shallipopi‘s ‘Cast’ and ‘Laho,’ keeping the energy high throughout the evening.

The red carpet featured appearances by the newly weds Juma Jux and Priscilla Ojo, Chioma Goodhair, Waje, Liquorose, Farouq Oreagba, Annie Macaulay, AY Makun, Bovi, and more celebrities.

 

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King of Steez (Farouq Oreagba) made a striking appearance, while Annie Macaulay walked the stage in a bold look before presenting an award.

 

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Comedy legends AY Makun and Bovi brought light moments to the show, adding humour and presence to the evening.

 

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Kunle Remi and Bambam brought full Odogwu and Achalugo vibes as they presented the award for Best Vocal Performance (Male), adding flair and elegance to the stage.

 

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One emotional moment came when Tems’ mother presented an award, which Tems won for Best Recording of the Year.

 

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The emotions swelled once more when the family of the late Mohbad stepped forward to receive his posthumous award for Best Street Hop Artist. His wife gave a short moving speech and a tribute that celebrated his life and music.

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Davido made an appearance during the show, and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo–Olu was also present.

 

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As the evening drew to a close, Flavour took the stage for a performance that marked the end of the ceremony. His rich voice and commanding presence brought the night full circle, leaving the audience with a lingering sense of pride, unity, and celebration.

 

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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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