Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage has advised fellow artists to remain humble and grounded despite their rising fame and global recognition.
Speaking during an interview with Hot 97 FM in New York, Savage emphasized that artists are merely ambassadors of the Afrobeats movement, warning that fame is fleeting and should not be allowed to cloud judgment.
She noted that success ultimately comes from God and can be taken away at any moment, stressing that humility and integrity are vital for sustaining long-term careers in the music industry.
“We are just ambassadors, we are just like the faces of Afrobeats. And that’s why we can’t let it get into our heads, because we are just vessels and there can be somebody else. God can take it away like that. So, you have to be grounded. You have to be humble,” she said.
Savage explained that losing fame after attaining it would be more devastating than never experiencing it at all, adding that she would rather forgo stardom than compromise her integrity.
She also praised some of her colleagues in the industry, expressing admiration for Ayra Starr’s confidence, Tems’ mysterious persona, and Diamond Platnumz’s talent and commitment to uplifting his community.
“I love Ayra Starr, it’s almost an obsession. I see myself in her, but I see a more confident one. I love the mystery behind Tems. You don’t know too much about her and she doesn’t care. I love Diamond Platnumz from Tanzania. He is so talented and he has put his community on the map,” she added.