What is the best Tems album to start with?

The best album to start with is "For Broken Ears" (2020). It's the most representative of what makes Tems worth hearing.

How many albums does Tems have?

Tems has 20 releases in their discography, including 1 album and 2 EPs.

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Tems

Q: Who is Tems for?

If you're into Afrobeat and alternative R&B, Tems is worth your time. Tems creates a textured experience characterized by rich vocal layers and rhythmic intricacies that evoke an immersive sense of yearning and connection.

Tems creates a textured experience characterized by rich vocal layers and rhythmic intricacies that evoke an immersive sense of yearning and connection.

Afrobeat · alternative R&B

Nigeria

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The album

For Broken Ears (2020)

Showcases Tems' signature sound with rich vocals and rhythmic depth, providing a cohesive introduction to her style in a compact format.

The song

“Essence”

An engaging track that highlights her vocal prowess and Afrobeat influences, making it a strong standalone introduction to her artistry.

About Tems

Tems matters as a transformative force in contemporary music, bringing Afrobeat into the global consciousness with an emotional depth that resonates far beyond geographical boundaries.

Her ability to infuse personal experiences and broader cultural narratives into her sound has shifted how audiences engage with genres often marginalized in mainstream discourse, creating a space for new dialogues around identity, empowerment, and resilience. Her approach is marked by a meticulous blending of traditional African rhythms with modern production techniques, establishing a sonic landscape that feels both familiar and refreshingly innovative. Tems often collaborates with artists across various genres, seamlessly weaving her distinct voice into different musical contexts while maintaining a strong sense of self, which cultivates an atmosphere of authenticity throughout her work. Lyrically, Tems frequently explores themes of love, self-discovery, and emotional vulnerability, crafting narratives that are deeply personal yet universally relatable. Her writing strikes a balance between sincerity and introspection, employing evocative imagery that invites listeners to reflect on their own experiences while retaining an overarching sense of hopefulness.

1 studio album· 20 total releases· 6 years· Nigeria

Full discography

Tems's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

20 releases • 1 album • 2 EPS • 2018–2024

Type:

Studio albums ()

Born in the Wild

2024

EPs ()

If Orange Was a Place

2021

For Broken Ears

2020

Singles ()

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Tems

About Tems

Full discography

Studio albums ()

Born in the Wild

EPs ()

If Orange Was a Place

For Broken Ears

Singles ()

Found

No woman No cry

Wait for U

Vibe Out

Avoid Things

Crazy things

Essence

Higher

Ice T

Interference

The key

Damages

These days

Looku looku

Mr Rebel

Free Mind

Témìládè Interlude

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