“Don’t Let Fame Get Into Your Head, God Can Replace You” — Tiwa Savage To Afrobeats Stars

Afrobeats sensation Tiwa Savage has called on fellow artists to remain humble, reminding them that they are only representatives of the growing global movement.

The “Malo” crooner emphasized that success should not breed arrogance, noting that no artist is indispensable and that God can easily raise another in their place.

She also warned that experiencing fame and then losing it can be far more devastating than never attaining recognition in the first place.

Speaking during an interview with Hot 97 FM in New York, posted on YouTube, Savage explained: “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. Imagine, coming this far and then falling. That is worse than not ever tasting fame. I would rather have never seen in my life than seen and lose my sight. That is worse to me. So, for me, it is like, I have tasted this thing now, I have to be humble. Just for God’s sake.”

Savage also used the platform to express her admiration for some of her peers in the music scene.

“I love Ayra Starr, it’s almost an obsession. I see myself in her, but I see a more confident one; when I was starting out, if I saw an article that my skirt was too short, the next time I might wear trousers. But Ayra would wear a skirt that is even shorter the next time. I love her confidence,” she said.

The singer added that she appreciates Tems for her aura of mystery, saying:
“I love the mystery behind Tems. You don’t know too much about her and she doesn’t care.”

She equally commended Tanzanian star Diamond Platnumz, describing him as exceptionally talented and a strong voice for his community: “I love Diamond Platnumz from Tanzania. He is so talented and he has put his community on the map.”

Watch her speak below…