Wizkid - Essence Ft. Tems Apr 2026

It received a Grammy nomination for Best Global Music Performance and won Best Collaboration at the 2022 BET Awards. Collaborative Chemistry

The song has sold over 5 million units in the U.S., earning it a 5x Platinum certification from the RIAA. Wizkid - Essence ft. Tems

Rolling Stone ranked "Essence" as the #1 song of 2021 and later included it as the #22 greatest song of the 21st century . It received a Grammy nomination for Best Global

The song's success is largely attributed to the organic chemistry between the two artists: The song's success is largely attributed to the

It became the first Nigerian song in history to chart on both the Billboard Hot 100 and Global 200.

"Essence" by Nigerian superstar featuring the breakout soulful vocals of Tems is a landmark global hit from the 2020 album Made in Lagos . Often dubbed the "Song of the Summer" in 2021, it is a sultry blend of Afrobeats, Afro-pop, and R&B. Musical Impact and Achievements

The track is celebrated for its stripped-back, multi-layered production by P2J and Legendury Beatz, which emphasizes a moody, intimate vibe.