From Lagos to Billboard: Tems Becomes Nigeria’s First Female Artist to Sell 10M Units in U.S..

From Lagos to Billboard: Tems Becomes Nigeria’s First Female Artist to Sell 10M Units in U.S..

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Nigerian singer Tems has officially become the first female Nigerian artist to sell over 10 million units in the United States.

Temilade Openiyi, professionally known as Tems, has made history as the first female Nigerian artist to sell over 10 million units in the United States.

The achievement was confirmed by Chart Data and largely credited to her Grammy-winning collaboration “WAIT FOR U” with Future and Drake.

The hit single not only topped charts but also introduced Tems to a global audience, solidifying her reputation as a powerful voice in contemporary music.

Born on June 11, 1995, in Lagos, Nigeria, Tems is now 29 years old and has an estimated net worth of $2 million.

 Her journey to stardom began with her breakout feature on Wizkid’s “Essence,” which became a global anthem and earned her international acclaim.

She later became the first African female artist to surpass one billion streams on Spotify, a feat that underscores her influence and reach.

Tems is currently on a world tour, performing across Africa, South America, and the U.S., further cementing her status as a global icon.

Her success places her alongside fellow Nigerian superstar Wizkid, who reached similar milestones in 2022 with “One Dance.”

Yetunde B reports for Yeyetunde’s Blog.