Tems Makes Global Spotify “Songs of Summer” List With Dave Collaboration

Nigerian music star tems has achieved another international milestone after her collaboration with British rapper Dave, titled “Raindance (feat. Tems)”, was included in Spotify’s 2026 Songs of Summer predictions list.

Spotify released the annual selection on May 29, featuring songs expected to dominate global playlists during the summer period. The list highlights tracks across multiple genres, including Afrobeats, pop, and rap, based on streaming performance, cultural impact, and listener engagement.

Raindance has continued to gain massive attention since its release in 2025, earning strong chart performance in the United Kingdom and accumulating hundreds of millions of streams across digital platforms. The track has been praised for its blend of Dave’s lyrical rap delivery and Tems’ distinctive soulful vocals.

Tems’ inclusion on the list further strengthens her position as one of Africa’s leading global music exports, following a steady run of international collaborations and award-winning projects.

Spotify’s 2026 selections also feature global artistes such as Drake, Ariana Grande, and Olivia Rodrigo.

The recognition adds to a growing list of achievements for the Nigerian singer, who continues to expand her influence on the global music stage.