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Tyla is a young and talented singer from Johannesburg, South Africa, who has taken the music world by storm with her catchy and captivating songs. She is one of the rising stars of amapiano, a South African genre of electronic music that blends house, jazz, and kwaito. She also incorporates elements of R&B and pop into her sound, creating a unique and refreshing style that appeals to a wide audience.
Tyla started making music in her high school years, posting original songs and covers on her Instagram account. She caught the attention of her first manager, Garth von Glehn, who helped her record her debut single “Getting Late” featuring Kooldrink in 2019. The song became a viral hit in South Africa, earning her a nomination for Music Video of the Year at the 28th South African Music Awards in 2022. She then signed a deal with Epic Records and Fax Records in the United States, becoming the first South African artist to do so.
Tyla’s international breakthrough came in 2023 with her single “Water”, which reached the top ten in several countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. It was also the first song by a South African soloist to enter the US Billboard Hot 100 in 55 years. The song showcases Tyla’s smooth vocals, catchy hooks, and infectious beats, and has been praised by critics and fans alike. Tyla has also performed at prestigious events such as the Dolce & Gabbana afterparty at Milan Fashion Week and The Voice USA.
Tyla is set to release her self-titled debut album on March 1, 2024, which will feature collaborations with artists such as Raye, D Block Europe, and Kooldrink. She has also been nominated for a Grammy Award, a Soul Train Music Award, a MOBO Award, and two more South African Music Awards. She is one of the most exciting and promising artists in the music scene today, and we can’t wait to hear more from her.
