Nigerian music powerhouse Temilade Openiyi, widely known as Tems, has reached an extraordinary milestone, officially becoming Africa’s highest-selling female artist. With an incredible 20 million units sold globally, Tems has cemented her status as a trailblazer in the global music scene.
Her soulful, distinctive voice has not only dominated the charts but has also set new records, making her one of the most influential artists to emerge from Africa. Leading her string of major achievements is ‘Wait for U,’ her Grammy-winning collaboration with Future and Drake, which has sold a massive 8 million units worldwide.
Another chart-smashing success is her feature on Wizkid’s ‘Essence’ remix alongside Justin Bieber, which has recorded 6 million units in sales and continues to be a fan favorite.
Beyond collaborations, Tems’ solo career has been nothing short of phenomenal. Her breakout hit ‘Free Mind’ from the 2020 EP For Broken Ears has surpassed 2.3 million certified units, while another standout track, ‘Higher,’ has exceeded 1.255 million units sold.
Her growing U.S. fanbase is evident in the success of ‘Found,’ her collaboration with Brent Faiyaz, which has crossed the 1 million-unit mark in America. Meanwhile, her 2023 track ‘Me & U’ is quickly approaching 800,000 sales, proving her unstoppable momentum in the industry.
Other fan-favorite tracks like ‘Damages’ (240,000 units), ‘Replay’ (500,000 units), and newer releases like ‘Move’ (500,000 units) and ‘Burning’ (100,000 units) further solidify her dominance in the music world.
With a voice that resonates across cultures and a talent that keeps pushing boundaries, Tems continues to shine as a beacon of African excellence in the global music industry. Her rise is not just a personal victory but an inspiration for aspiring artists worldwide.
