Nigerian singer Tems has opened up about her admiration for rapper Lil Wayne and her hopes of meeting him soon. In a recent interview on The Cruz Show, Tems reflected on how her passion for rap music began in childhood, largely influenced by her older brother. “My brother is the one that introduced me to rap… That’s how I got the influences,” she shared.
Tems admitted that she used to imitate Lil Wayne, with tracks like “Mrs. Officer,” “Mr. Carter,” and “Hustle Music” among her favorites. When asked about her own rapping ability, the Oscar-nominated singer humorously confessed that her attempts feel “a little cringy,” though she believes she has a “rap voice.”
The hip-hop influence runs deep in Tems’ music, featuring on her debut album Born In The Wild and collaborations with notable rappers, including J. Cole on “Free Fall” and Future on the Grammy-winning Wait For U. With her sights set on meeting Lil Wayne, Tems’ journey from fan to global music star continues to showcase her versatility and dedication to hip-hop.
