Tyla has won the Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance at the 68th Grammy Awards, reaffirming her place among the most influential African artists on the global stage.
With this victory, Tyla becomes a two-time Grammy winner in the same category. Her first win came in 2023 for Water, the breakout single that propelled her from regional success to worldwide recognition. The latest win confirms that her rise was not a momentary breakthrough but the beginning of a sustained international career.
The Best African Music Performance category continues to serve as a platform for African artists whose work has crossed borders and cultures. It recognizes music that originates from the continent but resonates well beyond it, driven by global streaming, radio play, and cultural impact. Since its introduction, the category has played a key role in formalizing African music’s presence within the mainstream structures of the Grammys.
This year’s nominations reflected the breadth of contemporary African sound. Artists from Southern, Western, and Eastern Africa were represented, highlighting the range of styles shaping the continent’s global musical identity. The nominated songs gained traction not only within Africa but also across Europe, North America, and other international markets, driven by strong streaming numbers and sustained audience engagement.
Tyla’s win underscores the growing influence of African pop and fusion sounds in global music conversations. It also reinforces the Grammys’ ongoing shift toward recognizing African artists not as regional acts, but as central contributors to the world’s popular music landscape.
