Grammy-winning Nigerian singer and songwriter, Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has shared how she realized she had “made it” in her career.
Tems disclosed that getting a direct message (DM) from American-Barbadian singer, Rihanna made her understand she has attained success.
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Speaking in an interview with popular YouTuber Korty EO, she stated that it was at that moment she felt she had truly become a star.
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When asked, “When did you realize you had become successful?” Tems responded, “I knew I’d made it when I got a DM from Rihanna.”