Nigerian R&B star, Tems, has set a new record on the Billboard R&B/Hip Hop Airplay Chart as her hit single “Free Mind” dominates the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart for an astounding 17th consecutive week, solidifying her position as the lead female artist with the longest-running No. 1 song on this chart. 

.@temsbaby's "Free Mind" has broken the record for the female artist with the most weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart! https://t.co/ddMZZssn6m

— billboard (@billboard) May 18, 2023

This remarkable achievement surpasses the previous records set by renowned American megastars such as Beyoncé, Toni Braxton, Mariah Carey, Mary J Blige, Alicia Keys, Cardi B, and Rihanna.

Tems has undeniably established herself as a force to be reckoned with in the global music industry. Her rise to global prominence began with her notable contributions to Wizkid’s immensely popular track, ‘Essence.’ Since then, Tems has experienced immense triumphs not only in her home country but also in the United Kingdom and the United States.