British-Nigerian spoken word artist Temi T returns with her most vulnerable and dynamic work to date. Music Crowns is proud to premiere her new single, “Painted Intentions”, a powerful reflection on grief, growth, and personal evolution.
A masterful fusion of spoken word, jazz, and R&B/hip-hop, “Painted Intentions” delves into the emotional aftermath of a decade-long friendship ending. Temi explores themes of misunderstanding, misrepresentation, and reclaiming one’s narrative, confronting the quiet grief often overlooked in platonic heartbreaks.
“The title reflects how people can create entire stories about you – paint versions of you in their mind – and treat you based on that image,” Temi shares. “Recording this was my way of seeking closure and finding healing in my truth.”
With rich, layered production and an evolved sonic palette, the track demonstrates Temi’s growth as both an artist and a storyteller. Fans of Noname, Little Simz, Arlo Parks, and ENNY will find resonance in her introspective lyricism and genre-blending artistry.
“Painted Intentions” follows a series of boundary-pushing releases, including her acclaimed 2023 debut album, Love Is Not a Medicine, which explored self-reflection, relationships, and resilience, and spawned the viral hit “Summer Romance”.
Temi T has captivated audiences worldwide through performances at Soho House, Africa’s Biggest Talk Concert, and guest spots on Voices Radio and BMC Radio, continuously redefining the edges of spoken word and music.
As she prepares for her next full-length project in 2025, “Painted Intentions” offers a compelling glimpse into Temi’s evolving sound and emotional depth, solidifying her place as a bold, boundary-breaking artist.
