Tems has made history by becoming the first female African artiste to have a song with over 1 billion streams on Spotify.
This remarkable achievement was made possible by her collaborative single “Wait For U” with Future and Drake.
Released in 2022, “Wait For U” samples Tems’ 2020 song “Higher” from her EP “For Broken Ears”.
The track achieved unprecedented success, debuting at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, a first for an African artiste.
The song’s accolades didn’t stop there. “Wait For U” earned two Grammy nominations and ultimately won the award for Best Melodic Rap Performance.
Tems’ success continues to mount, with her recently winning her second Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance for her hit song “Love Me JeJe” at the 67th Grammys.
Tems’ Global Impact and Legacy in African Music
This milestone is a major breakthrough in Tems’ music career, proving her global impact and influence.
With billions of streams, major awards, and top-charting songs, she is now one of the most successful African artistes in the world.
Her achievements open doors for more African talents and show that her music is reaching millions of people worldwide.
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