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Tems Makes History as the Highest-Selling Female African Artist of All Time
Tems Makes History as the Highest-Selling Female African Artist Ever
By Mamaontop3TV News – July 28, 2025
Nigerian music superstar Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has officially cemented her place in music history as the highest-selling female African artiste of all time. With more than 25 million certified units sold globally, Tems has surpassed other top female acts from Africa, setting a new benchmark for excellence in the music industry.
🚀 Global Sales Milestone
According to reports from reliable entertainment outlets, Tems has crossed a historic milestone, selling over 20–25 million units of singles, albums, EPs, and features worldwide. This achievement makes her the best-selling female musician from Africa, ahead of established icons like Angelique Kidjo, Tiwa Savage, and Yemi Alade.
🌎 Major Hits Contributing to Her Success
- "Wait For U" – Future ft. Drake & Tems: Certified 3× Platinum in the U.S. and became an international chart-topper.
- "Essence" – Wizkid ft. Tems & Justin Bieber: Dubbed the "song of the summer," with multiple Platinum certifications across different countries.
- "Free Mind": A solo smash hit with millions of global streams.
- "Higher" and "Love Me Jeje": Both received critical acclaim and significant commercial success.
In addition, Tems has made history as the first female African artist to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify, largely fueled by the success of "Wait For U".
🏆 Recognition and Awards
Tems’ impact goes beyond sales. She has won numerous awards, including a Grammy for her songwriting contribution to "Wait For U", a BET Award, and several international accolades. Her unique sound—a fusion of Afrobeats, R&B, and soul—has captured a global audience, inspiring young African women to dream big.
🎤 Leading Female African Artists in Perspective
While many female African artists have made waves globally, Tems currently leads the pack in terms of certified sales. She has set a record that others will strive to match, further proving the growing influence of African music on the world stage.
For context, the overall top-selling African artist remains Cheb Khaled with 81 million units sold, followed closely by Wizkid with 75 million. However, Tems is now firmly the top female artist on the continent.
🔥 The Future of Tems and African Music
With this record-breaking achievement, Tems has not only made history but has also paved the way for future generations of African female musicians. Her rise shows the potential for African music to dominate globally, breaking boundaries and winning fans across continents.
Fans worldwide eagerly await her next album and upcoming collaborations, which many believe will continue to shatter records and inspire millions.
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