Tems secured her second Grammy Award at the 67th Grammy premiere ceremony on February 2nd, winning Best African Music Performance for her hit single Love Me Jeje. This historic victory makes her the most-awarded Nigerian-based artist in Grammy history and the first Nigerian female artist to win two Grammys. Her first win came in 2023 for her contribution to Future’s Wait For You.
Since her breakout in 2019, Tems has amassed multiple international accolades, including BET, NAACP, and iHeartRadio awards, along with an Oscar nomination. Her impact on Afrobeats and African music has been monumental, pushing Nigerian music to greater global recognition.
Tems first gained mainstream attention with her feature on Wizkid’s Essence, a global hit that reshaped Afrobeats. While collaborations played a role in her rise, her latest achievement cements her as a powerhouse artist in her own right.
Beyond personal success, her win challenges gender bias in Nigeria’s male-dominated music industry, signaling a shift where female artists are finally earning the recognition they deserve. Tems’ historic feat paves the way for the next generation of Nigerian artists—especially women—showing that talent transcends borders and stereotypes.
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