“Maybe My Son Is My Soulmate” — Tiwa Savage Opens Up About Love, Loneliness and Her Truth

In a heartfelt revelation that has struck a chord with fans and followers across social media, Nigerian music sensation Tiwa Savage has shared a deeply personal sentiment about love, relationships, and the one person who truly owns her heart—her son. The “Somebody’s Son” crooner, known for her confident stage presence and sultry vocals, showed a softer, more vulnerable side as she admitted that outside of her child, she’s not certain she’s ever experienced true love.

“I don’t think I’ve really experienced true love apart from my son,” Tiwa Savage said candidly, her voice laced with sincerity. For an artist who has written countless love songs, captured millions with her lyrics about romance and heartbreak, and dazzled the world with her fierce femininity, the confession comes as both unexpected and soul-stirring.

Social media went into a frenzy as clips and quotes from her statement spread like wildfire. Many were quick to empathize, while others expressed shock that one of Africa’s biggest music stars, admired and adored by many, could feel so emotionally unfulfilled in love. But perhaps it’s this very honesty that makes Tiwa Savage stand out—not just as a performer but as a woman navigating life with grace and grit.

At 45, with global music accolades under her belt, sold-out shows, international collaborations with the likes of Beyoncé and Brandy, and a fashion sense that rivals any runway queen, Tiwa Savage is easily one of the most successful artists to come out of Africa. But success, as she’s always shown her fans, doesn’t insulate anyone from the complexities of human emotion—especially not love.

Her words come at a time when conversations around emotional vulnerability, especially from public figures, are gaining more traction. Fans were quick to point out the irony that the woman who made the world sing “All Over” and “Dangerous Love” is still waiting to feel the kind of love that goes beyond physical chemistry or fleeting affection. But Tiwa made it clear: the love she shares with her son, Jamil, is the purest, deepest, and most unshakable bond she’s ever known.

Tiwa’s journey through love has not been one without public scrutiny. Her marriage to Tunji "Teebillz" Balogun in 2013 had the makings of a fairy tale—celebrated lavishly and blessed with the birth of their son. However, it crumbled under the weight of personal and public drama, culminating in a very public divorce in 2016. The events that unfolded afterward, including rumors, emotional interviews, and social media back-and-forths, painted a picture of a woman who had been through the storms of love—and survived.

It’s perhaps this very past that makes her recent statement so powerful. It’s not a bitter declaration. It’s not coming from a place of anger or resentment. It feels more like an honest reflection, a moment of truth from someone who has loved, lost, and learned. Tiwa’s acknowledgment of the emotional void in her life, apart from her son, resonates with many women—famous or not—who have found that their truest love stories are not with romantic partners, but with their children.

In a culture that often demands women present themselves as endlessly desirable, forever pursued, and always fulfilled by romance, Tiwa Savage’s admission breaks the mold. It redefines what it means to be whole as a woman. In her son, she finds safety, joy, and an unconditional bond—something that many people spend their entire lives searching for in a partner.

Reactions from fans have been overwhelmingly supportive. “It’s the most honest thing I’ve heard from a celebrity in a long time,” one user commented on X. “This is why I love her. She’s not pretending. She’s just real,” another posted. Celebrities and fellow artists also chimed in with words of encouragement, with many praising her for her emotional courage.

Some, however, couldn’t help but speculate whether this declaration was Tiwa Savage’s way of announcing her singleness or perhaps reflecting on a new phase in her life. Over the years, she’s been linked to various names, though nothing ever truly confirmed. But with this statement, it becomes clear that even if relationships have existed, they may not have left the emotional mark she hoped for.

Interestingly, her comments also sparked a broader conversation about single motherhood and the intense emotional bonds formed between mothers and their children. For Tiwa, her role as a mother seems to transcend traditional parenting. It’s a source of comfort, completeness, and clarity. Her son isn’t just her child; he is her safe place, her constant, her true love.

And maybe that’s enough. Maybe that’s everything.

In a world where women, especially public figures, are constantly asked to define themselves by who they’re with, Tiwa Savage’s narrative offers a refreshing alternative: defining yourself by who you love unconditionally, regardless of societal expectations. Her words remind us that love doesn't always have to come in the form of a romantic partner. Sometimes, it comes in the form of a child’s hug, the sound of a small voice calling you “mommy,” and the quiet, powerful realization that your heart beats most fiercely for the little human you brought into the world.

Tiwa Savage may not have experienced what she considers “true love” in the arms of a man, but in the arms of her son, she has found something greater. And perhaps, that’s the most beautiful kind of love there is—one that is pure, eternal, and completely hers.

In sharing her truth, Tiwa continues to solidify her status—not just as the Queen of Afrobeats—but as a voice for every woman who’s had to pick up the pieces, redefine her worth, and find her greatest love in the most unexpected place.