Nigerian singer‑songwriter Tems has earned her fourth No. 1 on Billboard’s Mainstream R&B/Hip‑Hop Airplay chart, as “What You Need” climbs to the top spot on the ranking dated July 4, 2026.
The milestone makes the single her first solo leader on the radio format since “Free Mind” reached No. 1 in 2022.
“What You Need” joins an increasingly decorated list of chart‑toppers that includes the global smash “Essence” (Wizkid featuring Tems), the Grammy‑winning “Wait for U” (Future featuring Drake and Tems), and the entirely solo “Free Mind.”
Across those four hits, Tems has reached No. 1 both as a featured guest and as the sole credited artist, underlining her rare ability to command American R&B and hip‑hop radio in multiple configurations.
The new No. 1 comes amid a busy year for the singer, who recently performed at the Obama Presidential Center grand opening and delivered a highly praised set at the 2026 BET Awards.
With “What You Need” still rising on other formats, the chart victory reinforces Tems’ standing as one of African music’s most consistent forces on mainstream US radio.
