Tyla has achieved the pinnacle of South Africa’s YouTube Music Chart, propelled by the success of her chart-topping track “Water” and a remarkable international rise, as she strives to become Africa’s foremost pop star and inspire the next generation of artists.
Global (18 November 2023) – Tyla has secured the coveted number-one spot on South Africa’s YouTube Music Chart, reaffirming her status as a rising star in the global music scene.
The vibrant artist has surpassed South Africa’s top YouTube talent, with “The Kiffness” and Kamo Mphelaxx following closely in the top positions for music enthusiasts.
Tyla’s ascent to the pinnacle of the chart comes on the heels of her outstanding musical journey, which includes the chart-topping track “Water.” This sensational hit currently holds the 18th position on the Billboard Hot 100 and an impressive 5th place on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. Notably, “Water” has triumphed on the U.S. Afrobeats Songs and World Digital Song Sales charts, earning the artist a prestigious nomination in the new Best African Music Performance category at the 2024 Grammy Awards.
Having signed with the esteemed U.S. label Epic Records in 2021, Tyla has been making waves in the entertainment industry. Her accomplishments extend beyond chart success, as she joined Chris Brown on his European tour, embarking on a musical journey that spanned from London to Paris.
The artist has also conveyed her sense of blessing and awe at the unexpected global recognition, emphasising her commitment to sharing the unique sounds of African music on an international stage.
“I really want to be the biggest pop star and I want the biggest pop star to be from Africa. I see myself on the biggest stages, winning the Grammys. Collabing with the Drakes and Rihannas of the world,” she shared.
Tyla’s journey is not just about conquering charts; it’s about breaking barriers and showcasing the richness of African music on a global platform, and we are loving following her journey!
You can watch her music video below (which has had over 46 million views):
The talented South African artist has also released 2 remixes of “Water”, one with Marshmello and one with Travis Scott. You can listen to them below: