South African sensation Tyla has been crowned Entertainer of the Year by GQ Magazine South Africa, further cementing her place as a global music icon. The award recognizes her incredible achievements in 2024, a year that has seen her scale new heights and inspire millions around the world.
Announcing the honor on their social media platforms, GQ South Africa wrote:
“Entertainer of the Year presented by @grid_worldwide : @tyla.
Tyla made remarkable strides in her career in 2024, solidifying her status as a global music sensation. Breaking through internationally with 2023’s ‘Water,’ which hit the Top Ten in several countries, winning numerous awards including a Grammy, it paved the way for her debut album, TYLA, which hit number 24 on the Billboard 200. This year she made history as the first African artist to win three awards in a single night at the MTV European Music Awards and the youngest African soloist to win a Grammy Award. Her accolades include four SAMAs, the prestigious Metro FM Global Icon Award, and two BET Awards.”
At just 22 years old, Tyla has become a beacon of hope and inspiration for young African artists dreaming of international success. Her breakout single Water catapulted her to stardom in 2023, laying the groundwork for her debut album TYLA, which not only resonated with fans worldwide but also earned critical acclaim.
In 2024, Tyla continued to dominate the global stage, creating history at the MTV European Music Awards and achieving Grammy recognition. These feats have firmly established her as a trailblazer, paving the way for African artists to shine on the international music scene.
Receiving the Entertainer of the Year award is a nod to her role as an artist who transcends boundaries, blending Amapiano with pop influences to create a sound uniquely hers.
