Tems thanks Seyi Sodimu for supporting her Grammy-winning song 'Love Me Jeje'
Nigerian singer Tems has expressed her appreciation to veteran musician Seyi Sodimu for facilitating the clearance of the sample from his 1999 classic hit Love Me Jeje, which she incorporated into her Grammy-winning track of the same name.
After securing the award for Best African Music Performance at the 67th annual Grammy Awards, Tems took to her official X page to acknowledge Seyi Sodimu’s support. She praised his original song as a “timeless classic” and thanked him for granting her permission to sample it.
“I just want to thank the wonderful @seyimusic for his role in the support and clearing of his OG song Love me jeje,” Tems wrote. “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. I appreciate you so much. Thank you for your love and support.”
Seyi Sodimu responded to Tems‘ appreciation post, praising her as a “special kind” and expressing his pride in her achievement. “Thank you Princess. You are a special kind. You deserve it and more. The best is yet to come. So proud of you @temsbaby,” he wrote.
Tems’ win at the Grammy Awards has been widely celebrated in Nigeria and beyond, with many praising her talent and dedication to her craft. Her appreciation of Seyi Sodimu’s contribution to her success is a proof of her humility and respect for her musical heritage.
