Nigerian musician, Tems has been awarded the prestigious Breakthrough Award at the 2024 Billboard Women in Music Awards. The announcement was made on the official Instagram page of Billboard Charts on Wednesday, January 24, 2024.
This award recognizes her growing impact on the global music scene, particularly since her collaboration with Wizkid on the chart-topping song ‘Essence’ helped her breakthrough into the US industry.
Tems has consistently received acclaim from American media, proving her exceptional talent and contributions to the music landscape. She has further elevated her career by collaborating with iconic figures in the US music industry, including Beyoncé, Rihanna, Drake, and Future.
Tems made history as the first African artist to debut at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and the second Nigerian to achieve this remarkable feat. The Grammy-winning artist secured the Best Melodic Rap Performance award for the track ‘Wait for U,’ featuring Drake and Future.
The much-awaited Billboard Women in Music Awards ceremony is set to take place at the YouTube Theatre on March 6, 2024. Tems, who is celebrated for her hit ‘Me & U,’ will be present to accept the Breakthrough Award alongside other accomplished women in the music industry who will be honoured across various categories.