Nigerian singer Tems has articulated her perspective on her music, expressing a sentiment that suggests many Nigerians may not fully grasp the intricate essence and depth embedded within her sonic creations.
During a recent interview, Tems was probed regarding her perception of the level of appreciation she receives from Nigerians and whether they genuinely comprehend the nuances of her musical offerings.
Her response conveyed a sense of uncertainty, as she admitted to not feeling entirely convinced that Nigerians fully comprehend her music, although she expressed gratitude for feeling personally appreciated by her fellow Nigerians.
In her own words: “Understand, no. I don’t know if they appreciate my music but I feel appreciated as a person by Nigerians.”
Reactions to Tems’ Statement
Techsavvyten weighed in, asserting: “irrefutable truth. Nigerians want gbedu all the time”
officialozor chimed in, affirming: “I’m a big fan of Tems, I love her music”
Emmanuel offered a perspective, suggesting: “So basically she is not singing for us”
Ogbeni Olabode reflected: “As good as Tems is with her craft, i feel Nigerians relate more with Tiwa savage and Ayra star’s kind of music and it’s not because Tems is not good but because tiwa and Ayra star’s music has that afro vibes unlike tems’s..”
eyan shared a sentiment, stating: “real af! some take on music is just CRAZY!”
machala of benin humorously observed: “You nor go vex o. If the song nor make them dance. Them nor dey consider am hit o”
2legit2quit contributed, opining: “They only like to brag with the success her music brings internationally. Their music sense is accustomed to the likes of Portable and Shallipopi.”
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“Nigerians don’t understand my music, I don’t know if they appreciate my music but I feel appreciated as a person by Nigerians.”
– Tems pic.twitter.com/qQ9MeOnmvr
— OLAMIDE 🌸💖 (@Olamide0fficial) June 2, 2024