Tems, the Grammy award-winning singer, candidly discusses the challenges of fame and success in an interview. She compares fame to being in a zoo, where staying true to oneself is crucial. She emphasizes the importance of trusting her instincts and not succumbing to external expectations.
Tems also reveals her shift from Afrobeats to R&B, expressing her passion for the genre. She aimed to convey a message and share her unique frequency through her music. Despite receiving advice to stick to Afrobeats, she stayed committed to her artistic vision.
In her own words, she states, “I was prepared to die. I believed in myself so much that I didn’t really care if I never became anything or anyone. I just wanted to get a message out.”
Tems seeks to infuse her music with the intense emotion she loves, inspired by artists like Celine Dion. While many advised her to choose Afrobeats, she stood her ground, prioritizing artistic integrity over monetary gains.
