Tems to Lead Soundtrack Production for Hollywood’s ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ Film

Tems is taking on a major role in Hollywood’s upcoming fantasy film Children of Blood and Bone. The Grammy-winning artist has been named executive music producer  of the film’s official soundtrack.

Tems will oversee the soundtrack and contribute original music to the project. Her appointment was announced by director Gina Prince-Bythewood during the film’s trailer launch in New York.

Tems’ manager, Muyiwa Awoniyi confirmed the development on social media, revealing that the singer had recorded three new songs for the film.

The latest update came on November 12, when details of the soundtrack and its lead single were announced. Tems will release a new song titled African Love Story on November 20 through RCA Records. The track also features in the film’s latest trailer.

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The soundtrack brings together several prominent African artists, including Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Fireboy DML, BNXN, Obongjayar, Moonchild Sanelly, Kold AF, Moelogo, Daecolm, Pa Salieu and Show Dem Camp. Burna Boy will also serve as the project’s executive music consultant.

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Tems is not new to Hollywood soundtracks. She co-wrote Lift Me Up, performed by Rihanna for Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. The song got an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song in 2023.

Children of Blood and Bone is based on the bestselling 2018 fantasy novel by Nigerian-American author Tomi Adeyemi. The story takes place in the fictional kingdom of Orïsha.

It follows Zélie Adebola, played by South African actress Thuso Mbedu, who embarks on a dangerous mission to restore the magic stolen from her people. She joins forces with her brother, Tzain, and royal siblings Amari and Inan as they challenge the oppressive rule of King Saran.

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The film is directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood. Its cast includes Damson Idris, Amandla Stenberg, Tosin Cole, Viola Davis, Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo, Regina King, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Lashana Lynch and Richard Mofe-Damijo. Nigerian singer Ayra Starr also makes her feature film acting debut in the production.

Paramount Pictures has scheduled the film’s theatrical release for January 15, 2027, with screenings planned for IMAX and other premium cinema formats.