South African sensation Tyla has solidified her status as a global music powerhouse by claiming her second consecutive Grammy Award in the Best African Music Performance category at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards.
The win for her infectious track “Push 2 Start” came during the pre-telecast ceremony in Los Angeles, turning what was already an epic birthday weekend into an unforgettable triumph.
Fresh off celebrating her 24th birthday on January 30, 2026, with a star-studded party alongside industry heavyweights, Tyla (born Tyla Seethal in Johannesburg’s Edenvale) received the ultimate gift: Grammy glory for the second time.
Her first win came in 2024 with the viral hit “Water”, making her one of the few artists to dominate this competitive category back-to-back.
How Tyla Outshone the Competition
In a fiercely contested field packed with African music giants, Tyla’s “Push 2 Start” – a standout single from the deluxe edition of her debut album, featuring a remix with Jamaican dancehall legend Sean Paul – edged out heavy hitters including:
– Burna Boy’s “Love”
– Davido featuring Omah Lay’s “With You”
– Ayra Starr featuring Wizkid’s “Gimme Dat”
– Eddy Kenzo and Mehran Matin’s “Hope & Love”
This victory not only highlights Tyla’s growing influence in blending amapiano, pop, and global sounds but also underscores her dominance in a category that has seen female artists lead since its introduction.
Red Carpet Glamour After the Win
Despite missing the pre-show announcement in person, Tyla made a stunning entrance on the main Grammy red carpet.
She turned heads in an archival Dsquared2 crystal-embellished gown complete with a dramatic feather train, accessorized to perfection.
Photos from the night capture her radiating joy and confidence, proving she’s not just winning awards – she’s owning the spotlight.
Tyla Joins Elite South African Grammy Winners
With this latest accolade, Tyla adds her name to an impressive list of South African Grammy recipients, including legends like Miriam Makeba, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Black Coffee, Zakes Bantwini, Nomcebo Zikode, Wouter Kellerman, and the Soweto Gospel Choir. Her back-to-back wins mark a new era for Mzansi music on the world stage.
As Tyla continues to push boundaries with her sound and style, fans are already buzzing about what’s next – could her upcoming projects, including hints at new music like “Chanel”, deliver even more Grammy magic?
This historic moment cements Tyla as a trailblazer – Johannesburg to the Grammys, and she’s just getting started!