Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage has dismissed speculation about stepping away from music, declaring that she remains fully committed to her career in the industry.
Speaking exclusively to Naija News during the launch of her newly established music foundation, the singer said she has no intention of quitting music anytime soon. The initiative is designed to support young African creatives who are trying to find their footing in the music business.
Tiwa Savage reflected on her own journey, recalling how she studied at the Berklee College of Music as a scholarship student. According to her, the opportunity significantly changed the direction of her life.
“I went to Berklee on a scholarship. Someone made a decision to invest in me when I didn’t have the means to fully invest in myself, and that decision changed everything,” she said.
The award-winning singer explained that her time at the institution exposed her not only to music but also to the business side of the industry, equipping her with the knowledge needed to build a sustainable career.
She noted that launching the foundation comes at a more mature stage of her career, when she now has the influence, industry connections, and credibility required to create a meaningful platform for emerging talents.
According to her, the initiative is aimed at building a structured and lasting support system for young African creatives who have talent but lack access to opportunities.
Savage also reflected on the challenges she faced earlier in her career, noting that many people often assume her success came easily.
“People see the stages, the collaborations, the awards, and think the journey was straightforward. It wasn’t. I was once a student who needed a scholarship to get the education that changed my life,” she said.
The singer stressed that the foundation is meant to provide guidance and resources for upcoming creatives, especially in areas such as understanding contracts, protecting their rights, and building sustainable careers in the music industry.
Addressing speculation that the project could signal a gradual exit from music, Savage insisted that the foundation actually strengthens her commitment to the craft.
“The foundation doesn’t exist separate from my music career; it exists because of it,” she said. “Every performance and every record I release also represents something bigger — a new generation of African creatives watching what’s possible and believing in their own future.”
