Tems Extends Record as Most Certified Nigerian Female Artist in US with Two New Certifications

10 January 2024

[Tems/Daily Post Nigeria]

Written by Pharis Kinyua

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Tems, the Grammy award-winning Nigerian singer and performer, has extended her record as the most certified Nigerian female artist in the United States with the latest certification received from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

Her single 'Higher,' off her 'Leading Vibe' EP, has been certified gold after selling over 500,000 units in the US alone. Her viral song 'Free Mind' has also been certified platinum in the country after selling over 1,000,000 units. This brings Tems' total number of certifications in the US to four, the highest for any female artist from the country.

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Tems' manager, Muyiwa Awoniyi, took to social media to express his excitement about this achievement. He wrote, "Thank you Lord Free Mind Platinum, Higher Gold. Cheers to more la Familia @temsbaby @ShowDemCamp #TheLeadingVibe"

Her success in the US is a testament to her talent and hard work. She has quickly become one of the most popular and respected Nigerian artists in the world. Her music is a fusion of Afrobeats, R&B, and soul, and her lyrics are often introspective and personal. Subsequently, her rise to stardom has been meteoric. She released her debut EP, 'For Broken Ears,' in 2020, and it was an instant critical and commercial success. The EP was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album.

In 2021, Tems collaborated with Wizkid on the hit song 'Essence,' which reached number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. She also featured on Drake's song 'Fountains.' Her success in the US is a significant achievement for Nigerian music. It shows that Nigerian artists can be successful on the global stage. Tems is an inspiration to many young Nigerians who aspire to make a career in music.

Tems Background

She was born Temilade Openiyi in Lagos, Nigeria in 1995 and she began singing and songwriting at a young age. In 2018, she released her first single, 'Mr Rebel.' Then, in 2020, she signed a record deal with RCA Records and collaborated with Wizkid to release ‘Essence’ from the 'Made in Lagos' album which became Wizkid’s most successful song commercially.

In addition to her Grammy nomination, Tems has won numerous other awards, including the BET Award for Best New International Act and the MOBO Award for Best Female Act in Africa. She has performed at major festivals around the world, including Coachella, Lollapalooza, and Glastonbury.

She is a role model for many young Nigerian artists. She has shown that it is possible to achieve success on the global stage, regardless of your background. Her music is a celebration of Nigerian culture and identity, and she is an inspiration to people all over the world.

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