Nigerian singer Tems has voiced her opinion on the freedom of artistic expression, particularly regarding how artists dress.
In a recent interview with Essence Magazine, she emphasized that there should be no standard for how musicians present themselves, urging artists to embrace their individuality.
“You should be yourself even if something else is expected of you. You win, automatically, when you are yourself, no matter what that looks like. That’s why there’s variety,” Tems shared, highlighting the importance of staying true to oneself.
She also argued that imposing a dress code or expectations on artists, especially women, stifles their uniqueness.
“We are different and are not all meant to be the same. And I know there is a standard, but there shouldn’t be a standard for what people should dress like if they are artists, or what people should dress like if they are women,” Tems added.
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The “Essence” singer further explained that her style reflects her authenticity rather than an attempt to meet societal expectations.
“I just feel like we are all unique. There shouldn’t be a requirement or some kind of expectation that you should dress a certain way,” she concluded.
