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“Navigating the Music Business Wasn’t Easy” – Tems Speaks on Her Early Career
Nigerian music sensation Temilade Openiyi, widely known as Tems, has opened up about the challenges she faced at the start of her music career.
The Grammy-winning artist, who gained international recognition with her feature on the hit song Essence, revealed that she was quite inexperienced during her early days in the industry.
In an interview with Glamour Magazine Germany, Tems reflected on how her initial approach to the music world was rooted solely in her passion for art.
She admitted that, while her intentions were pure, her understanding of the business side of music was limited.
“Honestly, I was incredibly naive when I first started,” she said.
“I just wanted to create good music and share my art with the world. But I soon realized that navigating the music industry required more than just talent.
It took me time to understand how to manage the business aspects in a way that wouldn’t compromise my well-being.”
Tems’ journey hasn’t been one she walked alone.
She acknowledged the crucial role her management team and her family have played in keeping her centered.
Her mother, who has been a strong influence in her life, and her brother, whom she shares a close bond with, have offered unwavering support.
“My family, especially my mother and brother, are my foundation,” she explained.
“They, along with my management, help me stay grounded through everything.”
Born in Lagos in 1995, Tems grew up with a deep love for music.
Her breakthrough came in 2020 with the release of Damages and her collaboration on Wizkid’s Essence, which propelled her to global fame.
The song earned her a Grammy nomination and solidified her place on the international music scene.
Since then, she has worked with top global artists, including Drake and Future.
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Random Nigerian Lady Criticizes Veekee James’ 18 Million Naira Birthday Cake: “Use Blessings to Help Others”
Random Nigerian Lady speaks on the recent birthday event of Designer Veekee James. It can be noted that the designer showcased her birthday cake at the event which was a beautiful and tall sight.
It was later revealed that Veekee paid a sum of 18 Million Naira on her birthday cake together with the designs and beauty in it.
Random lady then comments and shared how the fashion designer could have used the cake money for so much more such as helping the hungered. ““When God bless you, the first thing that should be on your mind is how to be a blessing to others. If you carry 500k buy bag of rice, spaghetti, tomatoes and Maggi share for 30 motherless baby homes, God can surprise you with triplets.”
Afrobeats sensation Qing Madi has once again opened up about the harsh realities she’s faced in the Nigerian music scene, describing the industry as “dark” and full of people trying to exploit young artists. The 18-year-old singer, who rose to fame unexpectedly, shared on the Lagos Meets London podcast that her journey into the industry wasn’t planned—she just wanted to make music, earn some money, and continue her education. But things took a different turn.
“I’ve had so many issues with contracts,” she said. “A lot of professionals in the industry are only out for themselves. They’re greedy and want to take advantage of you. The industry is dark.” She explained that the impure intentions of many industry figures affect how artists grow creatively, especially when their main aim is to take rather than build.
Speaking on how she manages fame and her personal life, Qing Madi said her mom plays a huge role in keeping her grounded by reminding her she’s still a teenager. “She makes me do chores to remind me I’m human,” she said. “Because sometimes it feels like you’re just a machine and everyone’s watching you, trying to figure out how to make money off you. It’s messed up. Sometimes I just want to go home and be a kid.”
Nigerian Fashion Designer Veekee James celebrates her 30th birthday with posts on Instagram and a fashion show event.
The designer takes t her Instagram page to showcase her first outfit for the night and captions it as first fit.
Afterwards she shares her second fit of the evening then her after party fit, which was after the fashion show. Fans celebrate the designer in the comment section and are in awe of the beautiful pieces seen at the event as well as Veekee’s outfits.
Random Nigerian Lady Criticizes Veekee James’ 18 Million Naira Birthday Cake: “Use Blessings to Help Others”
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