South African songstress, Tyla defeats Burna Boy, Rema, Asake, others to win two major BILLBOARD awards

South African sensation Tyla continues to make waves on the global stage, clinching two major accolades at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards on December 12. 

 

The 22-year-old artist was named Top Afrobeats Artiste, surpassing Nigerian heavyweights Burna Boy, Rema, Tems, and Asake. The award highlights her meteoric rise in a category long dominated by Nigeria’s Afrobeat powerhouses. 

 

Tyla's chart-topping hit, Water, further secured her the award for Top Afrobeats Song, triumphing over notable contenders such as Adam Port & Stryv featuring Malachiii (Move) and Tems (Me & U). 

 

This latest recognition follows an incredible year for the 'Water' singer. In February, Tyla made history by winning the inaugural Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance, becoming the youngest African artist to earn a Grammy at just 22 years old. 

 

Speaking after her double win, Tyla expressed her gratitude to fans and collaborators worldwide, saying, "This is proof that African music is limitless, and I’m so honoured to represent South Africa on this global stage." 

 

With her growing list of accolades and groundbreaking achievements, Tyla is solidifying her position as a leading voice in Afrobeats and a trailblazer for African music worldwide.