As of January 2026, Tiwa Savage is currently in the spotlight for her major musical comeback and an emotional performance that went viral
Here are the key updates on what has been happening with her:
1. New Album: This One Is Personal
In late August 2025, Tiwa Savage released her fourth studio album, titled This One Is Personal. This marked her first full-length project in five years.
- Themes: The album focuses on themes of resilience, healing, and self-discovery.
- Collaborations: She kept features to a minimum to keep the project intimate, including artists like Skepta, Taves, and James Fauntleroy.
- Recording: The project was recorded in various global cities, including Lagos, London, Nashville, and San Francisco.6l
2. 2026 Grammy Campaign
Tiwa Savage has made a bold move by submitting seven entries for the 2026 Grammy Awards. Her submissions include:
- Best Global Music Album (This One Is Personal)
- Best African Music Performance and Best Global Music Performance (for her single "You4Me")
- Other categories include Best R&B Performance and Best Traditional R&B Performance.
3. Recent Emotional Performance
On December 27, 2025, during a performance at the WeLoveYa Festival in Cotonou, Benin Republic, Tiwa Savage became visibly emotional.
- While performing her hit song "Somebody's Son," she broke down in tears on stage.
- The moment went viral on social media, with fans and news outlets speculating about her personal "silent battles" and her public openness about her longing for love and a stable family life.
4. Other Recent Activity
- Christmas Giving: In December 2025, she hosted a lavish Christmas dinner where she reportedly gifted $500 to every guest.
- New Year's Eve: She was seen celebrating New Year's Eve with other Nigerian celebrities like Bro Shaggi and Peller.
- Mogul Era: In recent interviews, she has expressed a desire to enter her "mogul era," focusing on business ventures including a potential music school to help emerging African artists.
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