South African singer Tyla has achieved a historic milestone, surpassing Beyoncé’s record for the most-streamed album by a black female artist released in 2024. Her self-titled debut album, Tyla, has amassed an impressive 1.565 billion streams on Spotify, overtaking Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, which garnered 1.564 billion streams.
Highlights of Tyla’s Achievements:
- Most Streamed Female African Artist Album: Tyla is now the most-streamed album of all time by a female African artist.
- Lead Single ‘Water’: The album’s standout track, Water, has become a global phenomenon, approaching one billion Spotify streams. It also won the inaugural Best African Music Performance award at the 66th Grammys, marking a pivotal moment for African representation in the global music scene.
- 67th Grammy Snub: Despite its monumental success, both the album and its deluxe edition were notably excluded from nominations for the 67th Grammys, sparking debates online about recognition for African artists.
Tyla’s Record-Breaking Year:
Tyla is the most awarded African artist of 2024, with an astounding 20 accolades, including:
- 1 Grammy
- 3 MTV EMAs
- 2 BET Awards
- 1 MTV VMA
- 4 South African Music Awards (SAMAs)
- 1 Billboard Global Force Award
- 2 Basadi in Music Awards
- Numerous others, cementing her dominance across African and international award circuits.
Tyla’s Cultural Impact:
Tyla’s success underscores the growing global influence of African artists. Her triumph with Water and her album signifies a new wave of African music that blends cultural authenticity with global appeal. Fans and critics alike view her as a trailblazer who continues to shatter barriers for African artists on the world stage.
With such groundbreaking achievements, Tyla’s career is poised for even greater heights, marking her as one of the defining artists of this era.