Temilade Openiyi, widely known as Tems, is a talented Nigerian singer and songwriter. She gained significant fame in 2020 with her feature on Wizkid's hit single, "Essence."
Tems's Profile
| Full Name | Temilade Openiyi |
|---|---|
| Stage Name | Tems |
| Date of Birth | June 11, 1995 |
| Age | 29 years old (as of 2024) |
| Birthplace | Lagos State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Ethnicity | Yoruba |
| Parents | Nigerian mother, British father |
| Education | Dowen College, Monash South Africa |
| Occupation | Singer, Songwriter |
| Net Worth (2024) | $2 million USD |
Early Life and Education
Tems was born on June 11, 1995, in Lagos State, Nigeria. As of 2024, she is 29 years old. She was born to a Nigerian mother and a British father, who later divorced. Tems belongs to the Yoruba tribe and is Nigerian by nationality.
For her education, Tems attended Dowen College in Lekki for her secondary schooling. She furthered her studies at Monash South Africa for her tertiary education.
Career
Tems developed a passion for music early on, playing the guitar and piano during her school years. She discovered her talent in a local choir and began recording songs. Her brother's guitar played a significant role in her practice sessions.
In 2018, Tems released her first single, "Mr. Rebel," which she self-produced. The following year, she released another single titled "Try Me." In 2020, she was featured by Davido in a remix version of "Know Your Worth," a song by American singer Khalid and English duo Disclosure.
On September 25, 2020, Tems released her debut extended play, "For Broken Ears," primarily self-produced. The single "Damages" from the EP became a major hit, topping the Nigerian Apple Music chart and gaining significant attention on the TurnTable Top 50 chart, with over five million views on YouTube.
Tems achieved international acclaim when she was featured on Wizkid's "Essence," which earned her a Grammy Award nomination. She was also featured on Future's 2022 single "Wait For You" alongside Drake, which debuted at the top of the Billboard Hot 100, making her the first African artist to debut at number one and the second Nigerian artist to top the chart.
Throughout her career, Tems has received numerous accolades, including a Grammy Award, a Billboard Women in Music Award, four NAACP Image Awards, three BET Awards, and three Soul Train Music Awards.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Tems's net worth is estimated to be $2 million USD.