Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has declared that she has no intention of quitting music. She made this statement during the exclusive launch of her music foundation, a project aimed at supporting young African creatives as they navigate the music industry.
“I attended Berklee College of Music as a scholarship student. Someone chose to invest in me when I couldn’t fully invest in myself, and that decision changed the entire direction of my life,” Tiwa Savage said. She emphasised that her experience at Berklee taught her more than just music; it also provided her with insights into the business side of the industry and how to turn talent into a sustainable career. “I’ve carried those lessons with me through everything,” she added.
The singer noted that her foundation comes at a mature stage in her career. “Now, I’m in a position where I have the platform, relationships, and credibility to build something meaningful—a proper, structured, lasting initiative. That combination doesn’t come early in your career; it comes after you’ve done the work, built trust, and earned the right to put your name on something that truly matters. That’s where I am now. That’s why now is the right time.”
Reflecting on her journey, Tiwa Savage mentioned that the foundation addresses a part of her story that is often overlooked. “People see the stages, collaborations, covers, and accolades, and they assume my path was straightforward. It wasn’t. I was once a student who needed a scholarship to access the education that changed my life. That support was incredibly important. I want young African creatives, who may have talent but lack guidance, to know that there is a structured path available. The right support at the right time can make all the difference.”
Tiwa Savage also discussed the lessons she learned from the challenges she faced along the way. “A career in this industry, like any career, requires more than talent; it requires knowledge of your rights, your contracts, and your worth. I want young creatives to have those tools from the start, rather than discovering them the hard way,” she said.
When asked whether the foundation suggests a shift away from music, Tiwa Savage was clear: “The foundation doesn’t exist separately from my music career; it exists because of it. Every stage I’ve performed on and every record I’ve released have led me to a place where I can now create something like this with credibility and weight. If anything, this makes me more committed to music, not less.”
“Every time I perform and every time I release music, I’m also representing something larger—a foundation and a generation of young African creatives who are watching what’s possible and deciding whether to believe in their own futures.”
