Tiwa Savage is feeling grateful as she celebrates a major milestone in her music career. The Afrobeats superstar recently marked 12 years since the release of her debut album, Once Upon a Time. Sharing her thoughts online, Tiwa described the moment as very emotional for her. She thanked God and appreciated her fans who have been with her from the start.
“Wow…. My debut album ‘Once upon a time’ turns 12 years already?? This album was the beginning of so many milestones for me. It’s actually very emotional for me but I’m so grateful to God, and to every single person that’s stood by me since day one,” she wrote.
Released in 2013, Once Upon a Time gave fans timeless hits like Kele Kele Love, Love Me Love Me Love Me, and Eminado. These songs cemented Tiwa Savage’s place as one of Africa’s top female artistes. Many fans still remember how those tracks ruled radio stations and parties across Nigeria and beyond.
Tiwa also used this anniversary to hint at a new project coming soon. She revealed that she has been working on music that is raw and pure, without worrying about industry trends or streaming numbers. “I poured my heart into it and now, 12 years later, I’m still here, still standing and ready to release another iconic body of work,” she shared. For her, this upcoming project feels like a return to her roots, just like when she made her debut album.
She added that it feels like her journey has come full circle. “A project that’s raw, creating something I’ve always wanted to make not influenced by streams or trends, just like my first album. This journey has come full circle. Thank you to my amazing soldiers for riding with me. Still feels like the beginning, maybe because the best is still yet to come …”
Tiwa Savage remains one of Nigeria’s most respected music queens. With her reflection on the past and promise of more music ahead, fans can look forward to another season of greatness from the Somebody’s Son crooner.
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