South African pop sensation Tyla is trending for all the right reasons! Known for her infectious pop melodies and vibrant energy, Tyla has quickly captured the hearts of fans around the world with her unique blend of pop, R&B and Afrobeat elements.
The buzz around Tyla isn’t just about her music, but also about her accomplishments. She recently won the “Best New Artist” at the 2024 BET Awards, marking a milestone in her burgeoning career. Her self-titled debut album, released in March 2024, debuted at number 24 on the US Billboard 200 and received critical acclaim.
But Tyla’s success continues beyond that. She’s also taken home the award for “Best International Artist” award at the BET Awards, presented by actor Colman Domingo. In her acceptance speech, Tyla expressed her gratitude to her fans, family and the BET community, dedicating her award to all the African superstars before her who did not have the same opportunity.
Tyla’s performance at the BET Awards was absolutely spectacular. She brought the heat with her debut.”Dance”The performance featured Gunna and Skillibeng. Wearing a brown two-piece bra, skirt and black thigh-high boots, Tyla electrified the crowd as she sang her song from behind a cage filled with dancers painted like a giant tiger.
Furthermore, Tyla’s hit single “Water” made waves on TikTok, inspired the viral underwater dance challenge, and popularized the South African Bacardi dance to a global audience. The song also charted on other music charts in the United States and the United Kingdom, including the Billboard Afrobeats and R&B charts.