Tyla Laura Seethal, known mononymously as Tyla, is a South African singer born on 30 January 2002 in Johannesburg. Her music is distinguished by a blend of pop and amapiano, a style that has captured significant attention both locally and internationally.
Tyla initially made waves in the music scene with her 2019 debut single "Getting Late", which enjoyed success in South Africa. Tyla's presence on the global stage was solidified with her 2023 hit single "Water", which achieved top-10 status in several countries and became the first song by a South African soloist to enter the US Billboard Hot 100 in 55 years. This track earned her the inaugural Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance, making her the youngest African artist to win a Grammy.
Following "Water", Tyla released her self-titled debut album in 2024, gaining critical acclaim and moderate commercial success. Her accolades include an MTV Video Music Award, two BET Awards, and three MTV Europe Music Awards, alongside nominations for prestigious honours such as the Brit Award and Ivor Novello Award, solidifying her status as a prominent global artist.
