Temilade Openiyi, better known by her stage name Tems, is a Nigerian musician who has discussed her decision to wear flashy attire to the 2023 Oscars.
The Grammy Award winner faced a barrage of criticism after some attendees to the event on Sunday complained that the garment blocked their view.
Hollywood’s elite attended the annual award ceremony at the Dolby Centre in Los Angeles while dressed to the nines.
As the Nigerian singer came at the gathering, Tems’ attire caught everyone’s attention.
Tems explained her decision to wear the lavish gown in an interview with Harper’s Bazzar.
The Grammy-winning artist claimed that she made the decision to “go all out” and “make the most” of her first Oscars appearance.
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“Two years ago, I would’ve said no to this dress,” she said. “But it’s my first Oscars — I am going to go all out. I really wanted to make the most of the day. The dress is also my way of celebrating my work and the people around me, celebrating my country, and celebrating the people that are rooting for me. This dress says ‘Yes, yes, I am here!’”
Asked what her recent global achievements mean to her, the Damages crooner opined that it was an indication she is on the right path.
“If the biggest women in the world love my work to such an extent that they are working with me, then that must say something. My work is actually reaching places, it’s making some type of impact.
“And that is insane! I really am just trying to keep my feet on the ground and continue running and doing things that are a hundred per cent authentic to me. Evolving, learning, growing. It’s just the beginning for me,”
