Tyla

Tyla Laura Seethal (born January 30, 2002), known mononymously as Tyla, is a South African singer and songwriter recognized for her distinctive blend of pop and amapiano. This unique sound has earned her the moniker "Queen of Popiano" from various media outlets. She achieved global acclaim with the 2023 release of her single "Water," which charted in the top ten across several countries, including her native South Africa, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

Born and raised in Johannesburg, Tyla signed with Epic Records in 2021, building on the domestic success of her 2019 debut single, "Getting Late." Her track "Water" marked a significant milestone, becoming the first song by a South African solo artist in 55 years to enter the US Billboard Hot 100. The song also secured the inaugural Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance.