Grammy-winning Nigerian singer and global music sensation Tems has broken her silence on the relentless scrutiny surrounding her body, particularly her figure, in a candid and emotionally charged post on X (formerly Twitter). In a statement that has since gone viral, the singer declared, “It’s enough now. Move on from my bum.”
In her post, Tems called out years of invasive commentary and unsolicited opinions about her body, writing, “Okay 7 years in. It’s time to pack it up… I never once hid my body, I just didn’t feel the need to prove or disprove anyone.”
Her response was triggered by a user who made dismissive comments about her physical appearance, suggesting her figure was an illusion created by “big laps.” In response, Tems flipped the script on body-shamers, challenging the public obsession with her backside and demanding respect for bodily autonomy. “Dog ITS MINE,” she declared. “Show ME yours first?? See how that feels?”
Tems emphasized that her body has never been a performance piece or public property. “It’s just a body I will add and lose weight,” she said, adding that her confidence comes from within, not public approval: “The more you don’t like my body, the better for me actually.”
The statement has sparked widespread support from fans and fellow celebrities who praised her for standing firm against toxic beauty standards and online harassment.
As the conversation around body positivity continues to grow, Tems’ unapologetic stance is resonating with many who see her as a voice of empowerment in the industry.
