Nigerian singer-songwriter Tems has reached a major milestone in her career, hitting 20.32 million monthly listeners on Spotify, her highest number yet on the platform.
The feat cements her place as one of Nigeria’s biggest global music stars.
With this record, Tems is now the second most-listened-to Nigerian artist on Spotify, a reflection of her growing international influence and unique sound. Blending Afrobeats, R&B, and alté, the Grammy-winning artist has captivated audiences worldwide with both her solo projects and standout collaborations.
From her breakout track Try Me to chart-topping hits like Wizkid’s Essence and Future’s Wait for U featuring Drake, Tems’ catalog continues to push Nigerian music further onto the global stage.
Her recent achievement reflects the rising demand for African music internationally and showcases her role as a trailblazer among the new wave of Afrobeats stars. As she prepares for more releases and performances on global stages, it is evident to say that Tems’ sound is resonating everywhere, and her influence is only just beginning to grow.
Tems reaches a new all-time high on Spotify with 20.32M monthly listeners.
— She’s currently the 2nd Nigerian artist with the most monthly listeners on the platform. pic.twitter.com/YFn7ST1GL8
— The Debut Hub (@thedebuthub) September 17, 2025
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