South African pop-amapiano sensation Tyla continues her unstoppable global rise as her smash hit ‘PUSH 2 START’ has officially surpassed 300 million streams on Spotify. This achievement marks her second song to reach such a massive milestone on the platform, following the success of her Grammy-winning breakout hit ‘Water.’
Originally released in October 2024 as the lead single from the deluxe edition of her self-titled debut album, Tyla+, the track quickly became a fan favorite. Within just two months, ‘PUSH 2 START’ debuted on the Spotify Global Chart, signaling the song’s fast-growing momentum and Tyla’s increasing star power.
Live performances played a major role in boosting the track’s popularity. Tyla’s dynamic renditions of the song at major global events like the MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) and the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show brought her infectious energy and Y2K-inspired aesthetics to millions of viewers worldwide. The accompanying music video, which features retro visuals reminiscent of Rihanna’s ‘Shut Up and Drive’, further captivated fans and helped fuel the song’s viral appeal.
But perhaps the biggest push came from social media, where ‘PUSH 2 START’ ignited a massive TikTok dance challenge. The catchy choreography led to over 500,000 video creations and millions of likes, with Tyla’s own video reaching 1.9 million likes, underscoring her status as both a music and digital trendsetter.
In a remarkable twist of success, ‘PUSH 2 START’ even managed to dethrone Tyla’s own hit ‘Water’ on several international charts. Most notably, the track dominated the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs Chart, holding the No. 1 spot for 10 consecutive weeks—making Tyla one of the rare artists to replace themselves at the top of a major chart.
This streaming milestone confirms what fans and critics have already seen: Tyla is no longer a rising star—she’s a certified global force. With chart-topping records, viral appeal, and undeniable stage presence, she is rewriting what it means to be an African pop star in the global spotlight.
