'I was ready to face death' - Tems opens up about pursuing R&B over afrobeats

‘I was ready to face death’ – Tems opens up about pursuing R&B over afrobeats

Nigerian artist Tems, known for her Grammy-winning work, has revealed her fearless determination in switching from the popular afrobeats genre to pursue R&B music.

In a recent conversation with American rapper Kendrick Lamar for Interview Magazine, Tems shared that she was unswervingly committed to delivering her message through music, regardless of the potential consequences.

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Tems stated, “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.”

She highlighted her desire for her music to evoke intense emotions, likening it to the powerful feelings she experiences while listening to Celine Dion’s music.