Tems Reflects on Meteoric Rise, Says She has “achieved beyond my dreams”
In a candid moment during a recent Q&A on social media, Grammy winning singer Tems delivered a striking verdict on her evolution from corporate life to global acclaim. When asked whether she had fulfilled the aspirations she once held before stardom, she responded, “I’m looking forward to whatever the Lord has in store and honestly I’ve achieved beyond my dreams from when I had a 9-5.” Tems, born Temilade Openiyi, stepped away from a job in digital marketing in early 2018 to pursue music full time. That same year, she released her debut single. Real fame came in 2020, when she featured on Wizkid’s smash hit “Essence,” which eventually climbed to number nine on the Billboard Hot 100. Since then, her trajectory has been nothing short of extraordinary. In 2023, she became the first female Afrobeats artist to win a Grammy, followed by a second recognition in 2025. Her global breakthrough and sustained success have marked her as one of Nigeria’s most influential music exports. Fans and industry watchers alike have taken to social media, celebrating Tems’ humility and resolve. Many describe her statement as a full circle moment, proof that daring to abandon security for a dream can pay off. As she hinted, her journey is not just about what has been achieved but about what still lies ahead.
| 2025-12-03 08:16:23