Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, recently opened up on her career path, revealing that she might have been a mathematics teacher if she hadn’t pursued music.
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During a Q&A session with her fans on X, the Grammy-winning singer shared that she could have been a mathematics teacher, offering a glimpse into her life beyond music.
Fan Questions Reveal Her Academic Interests
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When a fan asked, “If music didn’t work, what else do you think you would be doing today?”
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Tems replied: “I would have been a mathematics teacher or maybe an accountant.”
The revelation surprised many fans, showing that her talents extend beyond music and that she had strong academic interests alongside her artistic abilities.
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From Digital Marketing to Music Stardom
Before fully committing to her music career, Tems worked as a digital marketer. In January 2018, she made the bold decision to leave the corporate world and focus solely on music.
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Early Music Career
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Tems released her first single, Mr Rabel, in July 2018.
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The song drew attention locally in Nigeria, earning her recognition for her unique sound and emotive vocals.
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Global Recognition and Achievements
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Her career skyrocketed after featuring on Wizkid’s 2020 hit Essence.
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The song became a global sensation, climbing to number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 after the remix featuring Justin Bieber.
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Tems’ contribution earned her widespread acclaim, establishing her as one of Nigeria’s most celebrated music stars.
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Netizens Reactions…
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@honestfc1 said: “You can’t be mathematics teacher because kids of nowadays”
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@OkemaxCmr commented: “Make I throw you one small Maths question?
If you fail it, I will feature you on a song??”
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@Juwon433 reacted: “#AskTemsLol with that big ikebe! U wan be teacher ??”
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@Ryderchi01 wrote: “Imagine the boy not wanting to miss your class because your backha, E bad!!”
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