When Nigerian global superstar Tems was announced as a headliner for AFROPUNK Brasil 2025, it felt like more than just a concert booking; it was a cultural milestone.
The Free Mind singer is set to take the main stage on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the Parque de Exposições de Salvador in Bahia, Brazil, joining a powerful lineup that includes Jamaican dancehall legend Sister Nancy and Brazilian heavyweights BaianaSystem, Liniker, and MC Luanna.
For Tems, this isn’t just another performance; it’s a moment that reflects her remarkable journey from Lagos to the global stage. Known for her deeply soulful voice and boundary-pushing sound, Tems has become a symbol of how African music continues to shape and redefine global culture. AFROPUNK, with its long-standing mission to celebrate Black creativity, identity, and resistance, provides the perfect stage for her to shine.
This will be Tems’ first-ever AFROPUNK Brasil appearance and one of her rare performances in South America, underscoring the growing demand for African artists in Latin America’s live music scene. It’s a testament to how far Afrobeats has come and how powerfully Tems continues to carry that torch.
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Since breaking out with “Essence” alongside Wizkid and later reaching Billboard No. 1 with “Wait for U” featuring Future and Drake, Tems has carved out a sound that sits effortlessly between Afrobeats, R&B, and soul. Her performances are celebrated for their emotional intimacy, a mix of raw vulnerability and quiet strength that leaves audiences entranced.
Her upcoming set in Salvador symbolizes more than just artistic success; it represents the deepening cultural connection between Africa and Latin America, two regions with intertwined histories and vibrant rhythms. And as Tems prepares to take the AFROPUNK stage, anticipation is at an all-time high.
For fans across Brazil and beyond, November 9 promises to be a night of spirit, soul, and celebration — a moment where Tems will once again remind the world why she stands among Afrobeats’ most powerful and transcendent voices.