South African rising sensation Tyla has officially reached a monumental milestone in her career as her debut album, TYLA, sells over 500,000 units in the United States, certifying her as a global pop star.
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- Tyla’s debut album TYLA has achieved a significant milestone, selling over 500,000 units in the US, cementing her global pop star status.
- This achievement puts her alongside South African artists like Master KG, who reached similar international acclaim.
- Tyla’s upcoming South Africa tour, scheduled for December 2024, promises to be a major event, with fans eagerly awaiting her performances in Cape Town and Pretoria.
Tyla certifies global pop status with gold status for ‘Water’ album
Achieving gold status in the US is an incredible feat, especially for an artist from South Africa, and it places Tyla among a select group of local musicians who have made significant international waves.
This achievement echoes the success of fellow South African artist Master KG, whose infectious hit Jerusalema reached the same milestone in 2022, and became a global sensation.
Although rare, these kinds of milestones for South African artists spotlight the increasing influence of African music on the world stage.
Historically, iconic collaborations like Paul Simon’s Graceland album also put South African music in the spotlight, though Tyla and Master KG’s achievements are solo efforts.
Tyla’s ability to mix Afrobeats, Amapiano, and Pop into her music has made her a standout, and the success of Water further solidifies her rise to global stardom.
With singles like Water becoming viral hits, Tyla has attracted a dedicated fanbase and cemented her place as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry.
Fans in South Africa will soon get the chance to see Tyla live as she returns for her first-ever homecoming tour in December 2024.
Partnering with Vodacom, she will perform at Grand Arena, GrandWest in Cape Town on 5 December, followed by a show at SunBet Arena, Menlyn in Pretoria on 7 December.
These performances mark Tyla’s return after a whirlwind of international tours that saw her playing in North America and Europe at major festivals.
In a message to her fans, she expressed her excitement, stating:
“I’ve been travelling the world, experiencing so much along the way. It’s been a journey, but now I’m finally coming home. I’m beyond excited to perform for my TYGERS and share this moment with all of you!”