Tiwa Savage has expressed discomfort with being called the “Queen of Afrobeats,” saying she prefers not to accept the title. In a recent Apple Music interview with Ebro, she emphasized that many female artists deserve recognition as queens in the genre.
The singer explained that accepting the label feels uncomfortable to her because it requires humility and because she believes the title should be shared. Tiwa credited her early breakthrough in Nigeria’s music scene for why the nickname came about but also wants to uplift other women in Afrobeats.
Though she doesn’t claim the crown, Tiwa Savage appreciates the respect behind the title. She remains grateful for her journey and encourages recognition of the collective achievements of female Afrobeats stars