Nigerian singer and song-writer, Tems, has opened up on her career journey and some of the struggles she faces in the early stage of her career.
While speaking with CNN, Tems revealed that she was not take seriously when she started making music.
She stated that she did not feel seen and supported for a long time before her big break in the music industry.
“It was really hard to get people to take me seriously, not just as a producer, but as a singer, period. I didn’t feel safe, I didn’t feel seen, and I didn’t feel supported for a very long time. Authenticity is everything to me. That’s the one thing I cannot compromise on because that’s all I have — who I really am. There are so many talented women who can be producers, managers, audio engineers — but they’re not even visible,” she said.
Tems also spoke about her plans for her initiative, The Leading Vibe. She revealed that she wants to empower women in Nigeria and beyond.
“So, I want to make them visible and create a space where we can redefine the perspective of women in music. We’re definitely taking this beyond Nigeria. Actually, we’re going to Kenya next. There are women everywhere who just need to feel seen. All they need is that platform, all they need is that chance, and I really believe it’s going to change the shape of the music industry for sure”, she added.
