Afrobeats singer Tiwa Savage had an emotional moment on stage while performing her hit song ‘Somebody’s Son’ at WeLoveYaFestival, Cotonu.
In a video making rounds online, the award-winning artiste was seen struggling to hold back tears as she sang, briefly pausing to compose herself before continuing the performance.
The emotional moment left many fans in the audience deeply moved.
Fans both at the venue and online reacted emotionally, describing the moment as raw and relatable, especially considering the song’s lyrics and Tiwa Savage’s personal journey.
Prior to her performance, the singer was seen in a tense exchange with event organisers over a scheduling clash, at one point threatening to leave the venue.
The touching moment reminded many that behind the fame and spotlight, artistes carry real emotions and personal struggles.
The festival also featured performances by top artistes such as King Promise and Omah Lay, making it a memorable night despite the earlier hiccups.
Watch the video below…
The emotions took over 🥹 Tiwa Savage got emotional while performing “Somebody’s Son” last night at #WeLoveYaFestival in Cotonou 🇧🇯 pic.twitter.com/Kn990DXXKm
— 𝗧𝗶𝘄𝗮 Savage World⚔️ (@savagesourcee) December 28, 2025
