Tiwa Savage, an Afrobeats artist, has addressed a frequent misperception that she is a “diva” or a “savage,” emphasizing that she is a “lover girl.”
In a recent interview with Beat 99.9FM, she highlighted that her personality is very different from what her stage name implies.
“I’m definitely a lover girl,” she stated.
She explained further, “A lot of the time, when people meet me in person, they think I’m a savage or a diva because of my name, and I’m the complete opposite. It’s so bad that when I’m angry, my team members are here and can attest, my pitch gets even higher and they’d just be like alright and okay. It doesn’t phase them.”
However, Savage admitted there’s one area where her “savage” side shows—her work.
She shared that her dedication to her career makes her relentless.
“I think I’m a beast when it comes to my work. I tend to not take no for an answer and I can call you a million times till the work is done. I could wake up at 6 a.m. to pester you on why it’s not done or until you give me a reason. If not, I’d find another way to get it done. I think when it comes to work, that’s where the savagery comes in. In my personal life and friends, I’m a softie.”
Savage described her current phase as her “Phoenix era”—a time of renewal and growth.
“I’m currently in my phoenix era; I’ve got the tattoo on my neck. She’s gone through the fire and is just getting out. It’s a rebirth, and I’m coming out stronger in terms of love, heartbreaks. I’m at a point in life where I’m able to set boundaries and enjoy my hard work. This is the rebirth of Tiwa Savage.”
