Two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning and Oscar-nominated singer, songwriter, and producer Tems continues her remarkable ascent with the release of the official music video for “Boy O Boy” from her critically acclaimed debut studio album, Born In The Wild (RCA Records/Since ’93). Directed by Loris Russier and penned by Tems herself, the striking black-and-white visual delves into the pain and hardship of relationships, offering a raw and emotional narrative that aligns with her signature introspective storytelling.
The video release follows Tems’ historic Grammy win at the 2025 Grammy Awards, where she became the first Nigerian artist—male or female—to win multiple Grammys, securing the Best African Music Performance trophy for her single “Love Me JeJe”. This milestone adds another layer to her ever-growing legacy, solidifying her as a powerhouse in global music and culture.
Since the release of Born In The Wild in June 2024, Tems has maintained an unstoppable momentum, dropping visuals for “Get It Right” (feat. Asake) and “Turn Me Up”, as well as embarking on a sold-out global tour across the US, UK, Europe, Africa, and Asia. Her performances at Coachella, Glastonbury, NPR’s Tiny Desk, and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert have further cemented her star power and influence.
Born In The Wild debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard Top R&B Albums chart, amassing over 629 million streams worldwide. Thirteen of its tracks landed on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs Chart, with “Me & U” and “Love Me JeJe” hitting #1 on the UK Afrobeats Chart, while “Burning” and “Wickedest” reached #5 and #8, respectively. The album has been hailed as one of the best releases of 2024, earning spots on year-end lists by Rolling Stone, Billboard, NPR, NME, Dazed, and more.
With over 5 billion streams worldwide, 90+ award nominations, and wins including two Grammys, four BET Awards, and four NAACP Image Awards, Tems’ impact extends beyond music. From gracing covers of ELLE, GQ Hype, and Essence to being recognized in Time Magazine’s Next 100 and Forbes Africa 30 Under 30, her artistry is shaping the future of modern music. With industry icons like J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Rihanna, and Beyoncé championing her, Tems is not just breaking records—she’s reshaping the game.
The “Boy O Boy” video adds yet another stunning visual to her catalog, marking another chapter in Tems’ extraordinary journey—one that shows no signs of slowing down