Tyla

Tyla Biography

Full Name

Tyla Laura Seethal

Stage Name

Tyla

Date of Birth

January 30, 2002

Age

24 (as of 2026)

Country

South Africa 🇿🇦

Hometown

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Genre

* Afropop
* Amapiano
* Pop
* R&B

Occupation

* Singer
* Songwriter

Years Active

2019–Present

Record Label

* FAX Records
* Epic Records

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Early Life

Tyla Laura Seethal was born on January 30, 2002, in Johannesburg, South Africa. She developed a passion for music while in school and began sharing song covers and original content on social media. Her talent quickly attracted attention from record labels, leading to her signing with Epic Records.

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Career

Tyla rose to international fame with her global hit Water, which became a viral sensation on TikTok and streaming platforms. The song entered major charts around the world and introduced millions of listeners to her blend of Afropop, Amapiano, and R&B.

Following the success of Water, she released her self-titled debut album and continued to build an international fan base through tours and festival performances.

She has collaborated with artists including:

* Gunna
* Travis Scott
* Sean Paul
* Wizkid
* Ayra Starr
* Tems

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Top Songs

* Water
* Truth or Dare
* Jump
* ART
* Push 2 Start
* Butterflies
* No.1
* On My Body
* Chanel
* Breathe Me

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Albums

* Tyla (2024)
* A*POP (2026)

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Awards & Achievements

* 🏆 Grammy Award winner.
* 🏆 BET Award winner.
* 🏆 MTV Europe Music Award winner.
* 🏆 MTV Video Music Award winner.
* 🏆 Multiple South African Music Awards nominations.
* 🌍 Billions of streams across Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and other platforms.

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Musical Style

Tyla combines:

* Afropop
* Amapiano
* Pop
* R&B

Her music often explores:

* Love
* Relationships
* Confidence
* Youth culture
* Dance

Her smooth vocals and infectious melodies have helped introduce Amapiano-inspired pop music to a global audience.

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Latest Releases

Some of Tyla’s latest releases include:

* Chanel
* Push 2 Start
* Breathe Me
* Bliss
* Is It

She continues to headline international festivals and perform on major stages around the world.

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Social Media

* Instagram: @tyla
* X (Twitter): @Tyllaaaaaaa
* TikTok: @tyla

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Why Tyla Is Popular

Tyla has become one of Africa’s biggest international music stars thanks to her unique blend of Afropop, Amapiano, and R&B. Her breakthrough hit Water introduced her to a global audience, and her energetic performances and distinctive style have made her one of the most exciting artists of her generation.