Nigerian R&B sensation Tems has expressed deep gratitude to veteran singer Seyi Sodimu for allowing her to sample his 1997 classic ‘Love Me Jeje’, which played a pivotal role in her Grammy-winning song of the same title.
At the 67th Grammy Awards, held on February 2, 2025, Tems made history by winning the Best African Music Performance category with Love Me Jeje, triumphing over Burna Boy (Higher), Yemi Alade (Tomorrow), Asake & Wizkid (MMS), and Chris Brown & Davido (Sensational).
Celebrating her Grammy triumph, Tems took to X (formerly Twitter) to honor Sodimu, calling Love Me Jeje a “timeless classic” and expressing joy that her version has brought renewed attention to the original song.
“I just want to thank the wonderful @seyimusic for his role in the support and clearing of his OG song Love Me Jeje. It’s brought the original song back to life for me, and I’m glad that it’s getting its flowers today. A timeless classic,” she wrote.
Tems’ recognition of Seyi Sodimu not only highlights Afrobeats’ deep musical heritage but also underscores the growing importance of nostalgic samples in modern hits. Her Grammy win is another testament to how Nigerian artists are blending the past with the present to create global chart-toppers.
