Star Launches Initiative to Empower Female Artists, Urges Them to Define Their Boundaries
Grammy-winning artist Tems has opened up about the struggles women face in Nigeria’s music industry, calling out the lack of respect they receive compared to their male counterparts.
In a candid interview with the BBC, the Love Me Jeje singer revealed that she struggled to be taken seriously early in her career simply because she is a woman. “People don’t really respect women in the [music] industry,” she said, highlighting a systemic issue that many female artists endure.
Now, Tems—real name Temilade Openiyi—is taking action. Through her new project, The Leading Vibe Initiative, she hopes to create more opportunities for women in music, offering them better access to platforms, audiences, and career success. “I want to change the way women see themselves in music,” she shared.
The singer also had strong advice for up-and-coming female artists: know your worth, define your brand, and set clear boundaries. “What are the things you wouldn’t do for fame, and what are the things you would do?” she urged them to consider.
Her remarks come as other top Nigerian female artists, including Tiwa Savage and Yemi Alade, have also spoken out about gender bias in the industry. With her new initiative, Tems is determined to pave the way for a fairer, more inclusive future for women in music.
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