Tems Leads the Soundtrack for “Children of Blood and Bone” With Burna Boy, Ayra Starr & More

Tems Makes History as First Woman to Executive Produce Major Film Soundtrack for “Children of Blood and Bone”

In a groundbreaking move that underscores the global ascent of African music, Grammy-winning Nigerian superstar Tems has been announced as the Executive Music Producer and Curator for Paramount Pictures’ highly anticipated fantasy epic, Children of Blood and Bone. The revelation came during an exclusive trailer premiere at Brooklyn Academy of Music, where director Gina Prince-Bythewood confirmed that Tems is the first woman ever to helm a movie soundtrack project of this magnitude.

The connection between Tems and the film runs deep. Prince-Bythewood revealed that she wrote the screenplay while immersed in Tems’ and Burna Boy’s music, making their participation feel almost destined. Tems’ smash hit “Me & U” pulses through the official teaser, while the artist has crafted three exclusive original tracks specifically for the film. Burna Boy joins as Executive Music Consultant, and the soundtrack boasts an all-star Nigerian lineup including Fireboy DML, BNXN (Benson), and Ayra Starr. The director’s bold declaration that the soundtrack is “epic, no-skips” sets sky-high expectations for what promises to be a sonic masterpiece that weaves together themes of magic, resistance, and ancestral power—all central to Tomi Adeyemi’s beloved source novel.

What makes this project even more remarkable is Ayra Starr’s dual role: she’s not only contributing to the soundtrack but making her Hollywood acting debut in the film itself. With a theatrical release date set for January 15, 2027, Children of Blood and Bone represents a monumental moment where African musical excellence meets mainstream cinema on the grandest scale. This isn’t just a soundtrack—it’s a cultural statement.

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