South African singer Tyla was honored as Best New Artist at the BET Awards 2024, held on Monday. This accolade highlights her rapid rise to fame, which began with her debut single, ‘Water’. The hit song not only propelled her to international stardom but also garnered her numerous awards, including the Grammy for Best African Music Performance in February 2024. At just 22, Tyla made history as the youngest African artist to win a Grammy.
During the early hours of Monday, Tyla accepted the Best New Artist award, triumphing over prominent competitors such as Ayra Starr, 41, 4Batz, Bossman Dlow, Fridayy, October London, and Sexyy Red. In her heartfelt acceptance speech, Tyla expressed her gratitude and dedicated the award to Africa and the African superstars who paved the way. “This is such a gift to be here. I want to dedicate this one to Africa. I want to dedicate this to all the African superstars before me that didn’t get these opportunities that I’m getting. This is just amazing. Africa to the world, guys,” she said.
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Tyla’s success didn’t stop there. She also clinched the award for Best International Act, surpassing notable artists like Asake, Ayra Starr, and Aya Nakamura from France. The event also saw nominations for other African artists, including Burna Boy, Tems, and Seyi Vibes, in categories yet to be awarded.
By winning these prestigious awards, Tyla has cemented her place as a rising star in the global music scene, further showcasing the talent and potential of African artists on the world stage.
