Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, known as Tems, celebrated a remarkable achievement at the 2025 Grammy Awards by winning the Best African Music Performance for her hit song “Love Me Jeje.”
This victory marks her second Grammy win, following her success in 2023 for Best Melodic Rap Performance.
The awards ceremony took place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, where Tems expressed her gratitude during her acceptance speech.
In a touching moment, Tems dedicated her award to her mother, whose birthday coincidentally fell on the same day.
She acknowledged her mother’s unwavering support throughout her life and career, stating, “Dear God, thank you so much for putting me on this stage and bringing me this team.
Tomorrow is my mum’s birthday, and I just want to thank you, mum, because she’s really done a lot for me and my brother.”Tems’ journey to this achievement has been nothing short of inspiring.
She first gained international recognition with her collaboration on Wizkid’s “Essence” in 2020. Since then, she has continued to break barriers in the music industry.
Her debut album, “Born in the Wild,” released in 2024, has received critical acclaim and further solidified her position as a leading artist.The Best African Music Performance category was highly competitive this year.
Tems triumphed over notable artists such as Burna Boy and Asake. Her song “Love Me Jeje” stood out for its unique blend of Afrobeats and contemporary sounds, resonating with audiences worldwide.
Fans and fellow artists alike expressed their excitement over Tems’ win on social media. Many praised her dedication to her mother and the heartfelt moment shared on stage.
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With this latest Grammy win, Tems continues to elevate the profile of African music on the global stage.
She now joins the ranks of other prominent Nigerian artists who have made significant contributions to the industry.
