South African singer Tyla was named Greatest New Artist on the BET Awards 2024 on Monday.
Tyla’s debut single, ‘Water’, catapulted her to international fame and earned her a number of accolades, together with the inaugural Grammy Award for Greatest African Music Efficiency in February 2024.
At 22 years outdated, she turned the youngest African artist to obtain a Grammy.
Within the early hours of Monday, she accepted the award for Greatest New Artist, edging out her fellow African act, Ayra Starr, 41, 4Batz, Bossman Dlow, Fridayy, October London and Sexyy Purple.
In her acceptance speech, Tyla stated, “That is such a present to be right here. I need to dedicate this one to Africa. I need to dedicate this to all of the African superstars earlier than me that didn’t get these alternatives that I’m getting. That is simply superb. Africa to the world guys.”
She additionally gained the award for ‘Greatest Worldwide Act’ beating Asake, Ayra Starr, Aya Nakamura (France) and different artistes from around the globe.
Burna Boy, Tems and Seyi Vibes additionally earned nominations in yet-to-be-awarded classes.
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