As announced on Wednesday, October 4, the RIAA has updated its records to award Tems with two accolades: a Platinum plaque for ‘Free Mind’ and a Gold plaque for ‘Higher.’

The Nigerian musical sensation continues her meteoric rise in the international music arena. Before the much-anticipated release of her debut studio album, she had already secured a place in history with a Hot 100 #1 hit ‘Wait For U’ alongside Drake & Future, a global top 10 sensation ‘Essence’ featuring WizKid, and a chart-topping hit on the R&B charts, ‘Free Mind.’

The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) honored Tems’ commercial success by awarding her with prestigious plaques. 

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These recognitions are not just ornamental but signify the vast sales success of these tracks. The Platinum certification for ‘Free Mind’ represents the impressive sales equivalent of 1 million units in the United States. Meanwhile, the Gold plaque for ‘Higher’ marks the sale of 500,000 units in the U.S.

Peaking at #46 on the Hot 100 during its zenith, ‘Free Mind’ not only showcased Tems’ vocal prowess but also her ability to resonate with a vast audience. Currently, this Omeiza-produced track from her debut EP ‘For Broken Ears’ holds the title as her highest-charting song.

With such achievements under her belt even before her debut album’s release, Tems is undeniably setting the stage for a promising and dominant career in the music industry.