Popular singer, Temilade Openiyi otherwise known as Tems, has stated that her music production prowess is an inspiration to other women.
In a recently-held interview, Tems said she’s proud of being part of the league of women tapping into uncharted territory, adding that her drive is inspirational to other women.
“I feel hopeful. I’m not going to be the last person to do this. I feel amazing to be a woman in this space. There shouldn’t be any limits for any type of reason. Being a woman is not a reason to not be here. Now, more women are wanting to be themselves for various reasons as the world is progressing. More people are being who they are, tapping into uncharted territory. I’m proud to be one of those people,” she said.
Speaking of her relationship with music production, Tems explained: “I got exposed to a couple of studios, and I met a few producers and started seeing the process of music being made. It made me question, “What is this?” I’d been only exploring piano and guitar at the time, and now you’re telling me I can do more than I’m already doing?
“I tried to get a couple of producers, but there’s a particular sound I wanted to express on my own terms, not based on anyone else’s sounds. I then learned how to produce my own type of music 20 years later.”
On what defines her sonically, the music star added: “I love, love, love guitars and chords. I like things that are based on the instruments I originally learned—violin, flutes. I like things that sound raw and pure. When it comes to drums, I like them very percussion-heavy and in my own way. I enjoy hard kicks and tight snares.
“As a producer, I’m still developing myself, and so I’m currently getting access to more things and being able to be more versatile. Not limiting yourself is what’s very important.”
