San Diego FC (SDFC) has announced Tems , a singer, songwriter and producer from Lagos, Nigeria , as the latest addition to the SDFC ownership group as a Club Partner. Tems, a two-time GRAMMY Award winner and Oscar-nominated artist, joins through her company, The Leading Vibe. Known for her unique voice, Tems brings her creative spirit and passion for the community to the world of soccer as an SDFC club partner.
“We are delighted that Tems is joining San Diego FC as a Club Partner,” said SDFC owner Sir Mohamed Mansour.
“Tems is a globally significant artist who will help us reach new audiences and spread our project, which of course has its roots in sub-Saharan Africa through Right to Dream.”
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“Tems is an extraordinary artist and a global cultural force,” said SDFC CEO Tom Penn. “It is an honor to have her at our club and to bring her visionary perspective to San Diego FC.”
Her passion for empowering the next generation aligns perfectly with our mission, and her commitment to creating opportunities for young talent, both nationally and globally, reflects the core values of Right to Dream.
We also hope to create meaningful connections between the world of music and San Diego FC, bringing communities together through the shared power of culture and sport.
Tems has captivated audiences around the world with her music, earning accolades such as a GRAMMY Award for Best African Music Performance for “Love Me JeJe” from her acclaimed debut album Born In The Wild , as well as a GRAMMY Award for her work on Future’s triple platinum hit single ” Wait for U”, and Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations for her work on “Lift Me Up “, the lead single from the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever soundtrack.
Bringing football and music together.
Her artistry and authenticity have made her an icon of empowerment and cultural connection, values that align perfectly with San Diego FC’s vision to unite communities through global soccer.
“I am excited to join the San Diego FC ownership group and be part of a club that celebrates creativity, culture and the power of community,”.said SDFC Club Partner Tems.
“Football has a unique way of bringing people together, and I’m excited to help build something special in San Diego, a city that thrives on diversity and innovation.”
On Instagram, the singer shared her excitement about her investment, expressing her deep connection to football.
“Hey San Diego, it’s Tems, and I’m so excited to be a part of SDFC. I am thrilled to join San Diego FC’s ownership group and be part of a club that celebrates creativity, culture, and community. Football unites people in a powerful way, and I’m eager to help build something special in San Diego,” she wrote.
She went further to reveal how her love for football goes back a long way:
“I have always loved football. Growing up, I watched my brother play with his friends, and I was always intrigued.”
Beyond her ownership ambitions, Tems is also committed to developing young football talents through a partnership with Right to Dream Academy, pointing to the parallels between music and sports in providing opportunities for young people
Tems joins a distinguished group of Club Partners who share a commitment to excellence and community engagement, including innovative actress Issa Rae, World Cup-winning footballer Juan Mata, former US Navy SEAL Jocko Willink, and founding partner and MLB All-Star for the San Diego, Padres.
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