Superstar Tyla clinched the coveted ‘Favourite Afrobeats Artist’ award at the 2025 American Music Awards (AMAs).
With this win, Tyla cements her place as one of the country’s brightest exports, shining a spotlight on Mzansi’s unique sound and culture.
TYLA AT THE AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS
The AMAs, held in Los Angeles and broadcast worldwide, are known for being fan-voted. This means Tyla’s victory is powered by the people.
She went up against Nigerian heavyweights like Asake, Rema, Tems, and Wizkid, according to Billboard.
Tyla, who walked away with the trophy, proved that South African music is not just making waves – it’s making history.
TYLA ON AFRICAN MUSIC
Tyla’s win is a victory for amapiano, the genre born in South Africa’s townships. While the world may group African sounds under Afrobeats. Tyla has in the past spoken on how the continent’s music is rich and diverse.
“African music is so much more than just Afrobeats,” she declared. “Amapiano is ours, and now the world is listening.”
The AMAs are a massive platform. Previous winners have seen their careers skyrocket, and the exposure is priceless.
For Tyla, this moment comes after a string of international successes.
THE SINGER’S OTHER AWARDS
Tyla has already bagged a Grammy, a Billboard Impact Award, and a VMA for her global smash Water.
She is filling her trophy cabinet quickly, and each award carries greater significance for the South African music scene.
Social media was ablaze with congratulations and pride. Local radio stations are spinning her tracks nonstop.
“Tyla is proof that dreams from Johannesburg can reach the world,” said one fan on X (formerly Twitter).
SOUTH AFRICAN TALENT
Tyla’s popularity has skyrocketed thanks to her unique blend of musical styles, captivating stage presence, and the viral success of her hit single Water.
As the youngest African artist to win a Grammy, she inspires a new generation, proving that a South African girl can conquer the world stage.
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