Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage moved fans to concern during a recent live show when she was seen shedding tears while performing her hit track ‘Somebody’s Son’.

The moment, captured on video and widely shared on social media, shows the singer visibly struggling to continue mid-song. While some audience members cheered and applauded, others expressed concern for her emotional state, questioning whether she was okay.

After a brief pause, Tiwa composed herself and finished the performance, delivering the song with the professionalism fans have come to expect.

Social media users quickly reacted to the clip. One wrote: “Aaawwwnnn Tiwa🥹 Just a girl who wants to be loved. Why is that just so hard to get?” Another added: “I hope every lover girl finds a good man to love her.”

Some comments reflected on the universal challenges of love and companionship. “At some points in life… you can’t do life alone… some of us just can’t do without love,” a fan noted, while another joked: “When you are about to sing and you remember all the shege Yoruba men have showed you.”

Other fans offered prayers and encouragement. “I pray you heal from the things you cannot share. I understand!!” one user commented. Another added: “Loneliness is hard…. But being with an oloriburuku is harder.”

‘Somebody’s Son’, featuring American singer Brandy, is one of Tiwa Savage’s standout tracks, widely celebrated for its exploration of love, longing, and emotional vulnerability. The song has resonated with fans since its release, making the recent live moment all the more poignant.

Music experts say that such public displays of emotion can strengthen the bond between artists and their audiences. Dr. Akinwale Adegboye, a Lagos-based music psychologist, explained, “Fans often connect deeply when artists show genuine vulnerability. Moments like this remind audiences that their idols are human, with real emotions.”

Tiwa Savage’s heartfelt performance has sparked conversation about the pressures of fame, the challenges of personal relationships, and the power of music to express raw emotion.