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“Queen of Popiano”
aka: Tyla Laura Seethal
Born in: South Africa
Based in: South Africa
Based in: Johannesburg
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GRAMMY award-winning Tyla Laura Seethal was born on January 30, 2002, in Edenvale, Gauteng, South Africa. She hails from a diverse heritage, with Indian, Indo-Mauritian, Zulu, and Irish ancestry. Raised in Johannesburg, Tyla graduated from Edenglen High School in 2019, where she served as the Head of Culture.
Musical Beginnings
During her final year of high school, Tyla began pursuing a career in music, posting covers and original songs on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Her debut single, “Getting Late,” featuring Kooldrink, was released in 2019 and garnered significant attention, amassing more than 6.8 million views on YouTube.
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Rise to International Fame
In 2023, Tyla released “Water,” a track that blended pop with amapiano—a South African dance music genre. The song went viral, particularly on TikTok, where it sparked the #WaterChallenge dance trend. “Water” peaked at No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100, making Tyla the highest-charting African female solo musician in Billboard history.
Accolades and Recognition
At the 2024 Grammy Awards, Tyla won the inaugural award for Best African Music Performance for “Water.” This achievement marked a significant milestone in her career, as she became the first South African soloist to enter the US Billboard Hot 100 chart in 55 years.
Other Activities and Future Prospects
In 2024, Tyla continued to make waves with performances at major events, including the BET Awards. She remains a prominent figure in both the music and fashion industries.
Tyla’s biggest musical influences include Michael Jackson, Rihanna, Britney Spears, Drake, Wizkid, Freshlyground, Aaliyah and Cassie. She has said that her dream is to become the first global pop star from Africa. She has since been deemed the “Queen of Popiano“, a fusion of the pop and amapiano genres, infused with elements of R&B and Afrobeats.
Her discography includes one studio album, fifteen singles (including three as a featured artist), four promotional singles and ten music videos.
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