Wizkid & Tems Join Justin Bieber For 'Essence' At Coachella
Justin Bieber surprised the desert crowd by bringing out Nigerian icons Wizkid and Tems to perform their global smash “Essence (Remix)”
afrobeatsmagazine.comThe biggest recent news is that Tems and Wizkid reportedly joined Justin Bieber onstage at Coachella to perform “Essence (Remix)” in early April 2026. Multiple reports describe it as a surprise appearance and a standout moment from the festival.[1][7]
What’s been reported
- On April 12, 2026, Afrobeats Magazine reported that Bieber brought out Wizkid and Tems for “Essence (Remix)” during his Coachella set.[1]
- Other entertainment coverage and social posts from April 11–14, 2026 echoed the same performance and described it as a major moment for Afrobeats visibility.[2][3][5][7]
About the coverage
- The available reports focus mostly on the Coachella appearance rather than a new joint project or release.[8][1]
- A Wizkid news roundup page also references recent Afrobeats touring and related buzz, but the Coachella performance is the clearest current headline tied to both artists.[6]
Simple takeaway
Their most recent widely reported news is the Coachella surprise performance with Justin Bieber, not a confirmed new collaboration announcement.[7][1]