Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems has reached a major career milestone after tying Afro-fusion superstar Burna Boy for the most Billboard Hot 100 entries by a Nigerian artiste.
The singer secured her seventh entry on the prestigious US chart this week with her single “What You Need,” which debuted at No. 93 on the Billboard Hot 100. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
With this achievement, Tems becomes the first Nigerian female artiste to record seven appearances on the chart, further solidifying her status as one of Nigeria’s most successful global music exports.
Tems’ Billboard Hot 100 Journey
Tems’ previous appearances on the Billboard Hot 100 include a mix of high-profile collaborations and solo records. Her charting songs include:
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“Wait For U” with Future and Drake
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“Essence (Remix)” featuring Wizkid and Justin Bieber
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“Fountains” with Drake
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“Move” featuring Grace Jones
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“Free Mind”
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“Raindance”
Her consistent presence on the chart highlights her growing influence in the global music scene and her ability to crossover into the international mainstream.
Nigerian Artistes on the Billboard Hot 100
The milestone places Tems and Burna Boy jointly at the top among Nigerian artistes with the most Billboard Hot 100 entries.
They are followed by:
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Wizkid with five entries
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Rema with two entries
Other Nigerian artistes who have also appeared on the Billboard Hot 100 include Davido, Fireboy DML, CKay, and Lojay, reflecting the continued global rise of Afrobeats.
As Afrobeats continues to gain international dominance, Tems’ latest achievement further reinforces Nigeria’s growing influence on the global music charts.