The Best African Music Performance category was introduced by the Recording Academy last year. This year’s nomination had the likes of Yemi Alade’s Tomorrow, Asake’s MMS, Chris Brown’s Sensational (featuring Davido & Lojay), and Burna Boy’s Higher competing for the award.

The Best African Music Performance made its debut with South Africa’s Tyla winning for her hit song Water, a blend of South African amapiano and Afropop.

Tems made a tribute to her mum while receiving the award.

Taking the stage, an emotional Tems said, “Wow, dear God. Thank you so much for putting me on this stage and bringing me this team.

“Tomorrow is my mum’s birthday and this is her first Grammys. I just want to thank you ma because she has really done a lot for me and my brother.

“Happy birthday mum. And I want to thank my team. Muyiwa, Wale, my beautiful stylist Dunsin, and my lovely girls… I love you guys.

“Thank you so much. To God be the glory. Honestly, He has changed my life so much. Thank you, Thank you, God”.