Tyla

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Afrobeats

Tyla says she represents Amapiano after winning Afrobeats category at 2024 VMAs

After accepting the Best Afrobeats Award at the 2024 VMAs for her hit single 'Water', Tyla expressed her gratitude for winning the category while also pointedly deciding to offer the organisers a crash course on muddling up all music from Africa as Afrobeats. "I know there's a tendency to group all African artists as Afrobeats. Even though Afrobeats has run things and opened doors for us, African music is so diverse," Tyla said. "I come […]

todaySeptember 12, 2024 30

Afrobeats

Tems opened doors of global recognition for African female artists – Tyla

She admitted that Tems is exceptionally talented as she relished working with her on her eponymous debut album. Tyla spoke in a recent interview with Kiss Fresh, UK. She said, “Working with Tems is amazing. She is so talented. She is literally a force. I’m so honoured to have worked with her. She has opened so many doors for us [young African female artists]. “We made such a beautiful song […]

todayApril 22, 2024 31

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Tyla receives UK Platinum Plaque for her viral hit ‘Water’

The amapiano-inspired track not only garnered widespread popularity but also earned Tyla a coveted spot in music history. Recently unveiled on NotjustOk's Instagram page on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, Water attained UK platinum certification, showcasing its infectious beats and universal appeal. The song has also made its mark on the Billboard Hot 100, solidifying Tyla's status as the youngest South African and the first South African soloist in 55 years to grace the prestigious […]

todayApril 3, 2024 34

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