Tems Challenges Buju Banton: Afrobeats is About Escapism

Tems offers a different perspective on Afrobeats, countering Buju Banton’s views by describing the genre as a form of escapism. Dive into the debate between these music icons.

Tems, the Nigerian singer who has won a Grammy award, elaborated on afrobeats being a genre intended for escaping from reality.

She believes that in Nigeria, the purpose of genres is to provide a way out from harsh reality rather than condemning social issues.

The artist behind ‘Love Me Jeje’ responded to Jamaican reggae icon Buju Banton’s remarks about afrobeats on the recent episode of ‘Shopping The Sneakers’ podcast.

Afrobeats, according to Banton’s claim lacked substance and he predicted that it would gradually lose its popularity over time.

According to her, Buju Banton’s perspective is clear. Reggae and afrobeats are distinct genres, with the latter serving as a means of escape in Nigeria – that is its intended purpose.