Tyla balances cultural identity and global fame, challenging racial classifications and reshaping heritage discussions in music.
South African singer Tyla is not backing down over her controversial line of identity, which has irritated a section of the Black community who thinks it’s “offensive” and “outdated.” A 2020 TikTok ...
Tyla stands firm in identifying as “Black” and “colored.” Tyla addressed the history by saying it was all she knew growing up South African.
The singer will include 15 tracks on her debut album, including her two singles with Rosalia, Doja Cat, and Raye ...
Tyla isn’t necessarily the most provocative figure, but she has faced some controversy after referring to herself as “a colored South African,” as opposed to saying she’s a Black person ...
Tyla says fame has robbed her of a normal life and she can’t go anywhere without security now. The rapid rise to stardom has fundamentally changed her daily routines and personal freedom in ...
Tyla is revisiting the subject of her identity. In a conversation with British Vogue, Tyla acknowledged that sometimes “people will choose not to understand.” “I’m at a point where I know ...
Here’s the newest debate, which is more like rehashing an past one … South African singer Tyla has addressed the backlash she faced after referring to herself as a “coloured South African ...
By Gil Kaufman Fashion-forward singer Tyla dropped into the Jennifer Hudson Show on Tuesday (Feb. 18) to give a sneak peek at her new British Vogue cover and tease her anticipated look at the ...
Rafael Pavarotti Tyla is confident in her identity. In a new cover story interview with British Vogue, the South African singer, 23, opened up about identifying as both Black and "colored" in ...
By Heran Mamo Tyla becomes the first African solo artist to hit one billion streams on Spotify with her 2023 breakout smash “Water,” Spotify confirmed Wednesday (Feb. 19). “Water” was ...
Tyla recently answered a question about her race again during an interview with British Vogue revealing that she can be both ...