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By Oscar Okhifo
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has shared a rare and heartfelt insight into what she admires most about Afrobeats superstar and collaborator, Wizkid.
The revelation came during a recent question-and-answer session with fans on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), where a fan, identified as @Gbolaha_n9, asked the singer a direct question: “One thing you love about BigWiz?”
Tems responded simply but profoundly, highlighting the personal qualities she values in the singer.
“His heart, his work ethic,” she wrote.
Though brief, the response quickly caught fans’ attention as it revealed the deep respect she holds for the artist, particularly regarding his character and dedication to music.
Tems and Wizkid’s professional relationship reached global prominence in 2020 when they collaborated on the hit song “Essence,” released as part of Wizkid’s critically acclaimed album Made in Lagos.
The track became an international phenomenon, earning multiple award nominations and placing Afrobeats firmly on the global stage.
Following the success of the song, the duo performed together at major international events, further cementing their status as two of Africa’s most influential music exports.
Tems’ latest comments come just days after she surprised fans with the release of a song titled “Love Is a Kingdom,” a project that has received positive reactions from listeners and critics alike.
With her growing global influence and continued artistic evolution, Tems remains one of Nigeria’s most celebrated contemporary artists, while her partnership with Wizkid continues to be regarded as one of the most impactful collaborations in modern Afrobeats history.
Fans and industry watchers are now speculating that this open praise could be the prelude to more collaborations between the two stars.
Given their proven chemistry and shared commitment to their craft, many believe that Tems and Wizkid may be poised to deliver even more global hits together in the near future.