- Tems can be heard saying she did not want to disrespect the man’s wife
- Singer Omah Lay faced backlash after inviting a female fan on stage
- The man, however, insisted he was not married
A video from the Afro Punk Festival in Brazil over the weekend has gone viral, showing a man allegedly denying his wife permission to kiss Nigerian singer Tems on stage.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that in the clip, Tems can be heard saying she did not want to disrespect the man’s wife, who was reportedly standing behind him.
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The man, however, insisted he was not married and proceeded to kiss her hand, prompting cheers from the audience.
“I know your wife is here, and I need to respect her,” Tems told him before the gesture. The incident has reignited discussions about Afrobeats artists interacting with fans’ partners during concerts.
This is not the first time such a scenario has drawn attention. In February 2024, singer Omah Lay faced backlash after inviting a female fan on stage at his Eventim Apollo concert in London, reportedly attended with her boyfriend, to perform his hit Bend You.
Videos of their silhouettes circulated online, causing controversy, and the couple reportedly ended their relationship afterward.
The Brazil incident has sparked a mix of amusement and debate online, with fans questioning boundaries at live performances.
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