Tyla, the South African singer-songwriter, has been making waves in the music industry with her sprawling and innovative lyrics that revolve around love, self-confidence and the allure of new romance. Tyla’s music is a fusion of pop, R&B, Afrobeats, and Amapiano – the South African sound that has been taking the world by storm.
In recognition of her immense talent and unique sound, music streaming platform Spotify has announced Tyla as its EQUAL Africa ambassador for the month of March. This program seeks to highlight and amplify the voices of African female artists who are breaking barriers and making waves in the music industry. Tyla joins the ranks of fellow South African artists Sio and Elaine, who have previously headlined the programme.
Tyla’s love for music started at a young age, when she began writing song lyrics in her diary at the age of 12. She describes music as her calling, something that came naturally to her. Tyla first gained recognition when she dropped the Amapiano dance-themed song Getting Late. Her journey into music has been driven by her intention to leave a mark in the industry, and her debut album is highly anticipated.
Tyla’s music is all about good vibes, and her unique sound has been turning heads in the industry. Her music is a fusion of different genres, and she has the power to navigate the boundaries of different music styles with ease. Tyla’s versatility and drive to achieve more in the music industry have inspired many young African women creators to pursue their dreams.
In an interview, Tyla shared some interesting facts about herself. She revealed that she has four siblings, a fact that surprises many of her fans. She also shared that she grew up listening to African artists such as Brenda Fassie, Freshlyground, and Malaika.
To someone who has never heard her music before, Tyla describes her sound as a fusion between R&B, pop, Amapiano, and Afrobeats. Tyla’s music is all about good vibes, and she wants her fans to feel empowered and confident when they listen to her music.
Tyla’s advice for someone dreading following their dreams is simple – keep going no matter how impossible it seems. Tyla is a testament to the fact that hard work, perseverance, and dedication can lead to success. She encourages young African women creators to keep pushing and never give up on their dreams.
As the EQUAL Africa ambassador for the month of March, Tyla’s music will be amplified to a global listenership. Fans can check out her single Been Thinking on the EQUAL Africa playlist and get to know more about her with the artist Q&A provided by Spotify.
