Tempoe Strikes Gold (Again): Soweto Earns RIAA Certification
Nigerian producer Tempoe has added another glittering achievement to his name — this time with the global hit Soweto.
On September 15, 2025, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) officially certified Soweto Gold, signifying over 500,000 units sold and streamed in the U.S.
From Lagos to the World
Released on May 5, 2022, Soweto — a collaboration with rising star Victony — quickly became an Afrobeats anthem.
Its irresistible beat and catchy hook resonated far beyond the continent.
A remix featuring Don Toliver and Rema gave it an extra global push, landing on charts across multiple countries.
Tempoe: A Hitmaker with the Midas Touch
This isn’t Tempoe’s first time at the RIAA podium.
- 8x Platinum for CKay’s Love Nwantiti
- Gold for Omah Lay’s Soso
- Now, Gold for Soweto
With each plaque, Tempoe cements his status as one of Afrobeats’ most consistent producers.
His sound blends West African rhythms with global sensibilities, making his music both rooted and far-reaching.
Afrobeats Keeps Rising
The success of Soweto signals something bigger — Afrobeats’ unstoppable rise in the U.S. market.
More Nigerian records are earning RIAA certifications.
More African sounds are hitting American airwaves.
Tempoe is right at the center of this global wave.
“It’s more than just music now — it’s movement,” one fan tweeted after the announcement.
What’s Next for Tempoe?
With another plaque on the wall, the question is: what’s next?
Tempoe continues to work with top artists, fuse genres, and expand Afrobeats into uncharted territories.
One thing’s certain — this gold moment is just another stop on his path to platinum and beyond.
