Temilade Openiyi (born 11 June 1995), popularly known as Tems, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer.
She rose to prominence after being featured on Wizkid’s 2020 single “Essence”, which peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart following the release of the remix version with Justin Bieber. The song earned her a Grammy Award nomination. That same year, she was featured on the song “Fountains” by Canadian rapper Drake.
Here are some of her achievements and facts about her life:
- Born: June 11, 1995
- Genres: R&B, Afrobeats
- Occupations: Singer, songwriter, record producer
- Years active: 2018–present
- Known for her alternative music style and alto textured voice
- First gained prominence with her single “Mr. Rebel” in 2018
- Featured on Wizkid’s hit single “Essence” in 2020
- Released her debut EP, “For Broken Ears,” in 2020
- Signed with RCA Records in 2021 and released her second EP, “If Orange Was a Place”
- Featured on Drake’s album “Certified Lover Boy” in 2021
- Won several awards, including a Grammy Award, a Billboard Women in Music Award, four NAACP Image Awards, three BET Awards, and three Soul Train Music Awards
- Announced her debut studio album, “Born in the Wild,” set for release on June 7, 2024
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