“Having Access to Wizkid Is a Big Deal” - Tems’ Manager Opens Up on Coachella ‘Essence’ Performance

“Having Access to Wizkid Is a Big Deal” - Tems’ Manager Opens Up on Coachella ‘Essence’ Performance

Tems Manager, Muyiwa Awoniyi gets candid about the iconic Coachella performance of “Essence,” with Wizkid and Tems. Speaking about the viral Coachella performance, Muyiwa Awoniyi explained that Tems deeply values her relationship with Wizkid and never takes his support for granted.

According to Awoniyi, Tems believed it was important for Wizkid to be part of the performance because of what he represents in African music. He said “Wizkid is the biggest where we are from, in terms of influence and impact,” adding that having direct access to him has always meant a lot to her. Awoniyi further stated that Tems repeatedly expressed gratitude for the opportunities and mentorship she received through working with Wizkid, especially after their collaboration on “Essence,” the global hit that helped elevate Afrobeats to new international heights. The Coachella performance became one of the festival’s standout moments, with Tems, Wizkid, and Justin Bieber sharing the stage for a live rendition of “Essence.” Fans praised the performance as a celebration of Afrobeats’ growth and the chemistry between the three artists.  Videos from the performance quickly went viral, with audiences cheering loudly as Wizkid appeared on stage beside Tems and Justin Bieber . The moment was widely viewed as symbolic of how African music has evolved from a regional genre into a dominant force on the global stage.  

Awoniyi’s comments offer a glimpse into the respect Tems has for Wizkid behind the scenes, highlighting how “Essence”was not only a career-defining song but also a powerful collaboration that helped push Afrobeats further onto a global platform.