Tems, the Nigerian music sensation, took the stage by storm on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, delivering a captivating performance that left the audience spellbound.
The event, which aired on May 20, 2024, featured Tems performing a medley of “Born In The Wild” and “Love Me JeJe”, two tracks from her highly anticipated debut studio album of the same name.
The performance was nothing short of electrifying. Tems began with “Born In The Wild”, a ballad that showcases her soulful voice against a backdrop of light instrumentals. The song, which serves as the eponymous opener of her album, set the tone for the rest of her performance, highlighting her unique blend of R&B, soul, and Afrobeats.
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Next, she treated the audience to a smooth rendition of “Love Me JeJe”, a fresh spin on the 1997 Seyi Sodimu classic. The song has already garnered over 17 million Spotify streams in under a month, a testament to Tems’ growing popularity and the anticipation surrounding her debut album.
This appearance on The Tonight Show marks Tems’ second performance on an American stage, following her performance of “Essence” alongside Wizkid in 2021. Her performance not only showcased her musical talent but also her ability to command a global stage.
The performance comes just weeks before the release of her debut album, ‘Born In the Wild’, which is set to drop on June 7, 2024. The album, which has been two years in the making, is highly anticipated by fans and critics alike. It promises to be a reflection of Tems’ journey of learning, unlearning, and relearning, and is expected to cement her status as an international superstar.
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In a recent interview with Apple Music, Tems shared that the album is shaped by her experiences and is a testament to her growth as an artist. The album has already yielded three singles, “Me & U”, “Not an Angel”, and “Love Me JeJe”, all of which have been well-received by audiences.
After the release of her debut LP, Tems is set to embark on a world tour, further consolidating her status as an international superstar. Her performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon was just a taste of what’s to come, and fans can’t wait to see what she has in store.
