From breaking records on TikTok to sharing messages of authenticity and self-love, Lord Kez opens up about her hit single Aweh, the power of collaboration, and why celebrating African talent matters now more than ever.
With TikTok continuing to grow as a global platform for music, creativity, and culture, Lord Kez is making serious waves. Her infectious energy, combined with the viral reach of Aweh, which already has over 300,000 TikTok videos, cements her as one of the most exciting names shaping African music today.
As one of the standout performers on the line-up at the TikTok Sub-Saharan Africa Awards, Lord Kez lit up the stage, and we caught up with her on the red carpet. The rising star, whose hit single Aweh is taking over TikTok, shared her excitement about being part of the event, reflected on the power of collaboration, and discussed the importance of celebrating African talent.
Glamour: How does it feel to be at the TikTok Sub-Saharan Africa Awards tonight?
Lord Kez: I’m very excited. I’ve never been to the TikTok Awards before, so I’m really honoured to be here.
Glamour: Your song Aweh is doing amazing. How has the reception been?
Lord Kez: It’s been insane, especially on TikTok. We have over 300,000 videos on this song, which for me is unbelievable! I’m super grateful.
Glamour: The TikTok Awards celebrate African talent. What’s your take on TikTok hosting a space like this?
Lord Kez: I think it speaks to the youth because so many young people are on the app. It’s important to celebrate African creatives doing amazing things, and I’m grateful we have a platform like TikTok to do that.
Glamour: Please share some of your event highlights?
Lord Kez: Thabsie's performance and connecting with everyone!
Glamour: There’s a shift towards collaboration at the moment. You also collaborated with Casper on Aweh. Talk to us about the power of collaboration.
Lord Kez: Collaboration is so important for musicians. What Casper has done for my song is incredible! He’s opened up my music to a different audience, and I’m so thankful for that.
Glamour: What’s your message to the youth going into December 2026?
Lord Kez: Be yourself, be authentic, and if you have a dream, go for it. Also, be safe this December!
Glamour: Your message to the Glamour women?
Lord Kez: Choose you! I’m really living in that era right now. Learning to choose yourself is so important.
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