South African global superstar Tyla has officially set the record straight after social media was flooded with false reports claiming she had signed to Jay-Z’s Roc Nation. The award-winning singer personally addressed the speculation, making it clear that the widely circulated rumours were completely untrue.
The speculation began after an X (formerly Twitter) user shared a viral post alleging that Tyla had secured a lucrative deal with Roc Nation following the reported end of her contract with Epic Records. The post quickly gained traction online, with thousands of users resharing the claim across multiple social media platforms.
Adding to the confusion was an edited image showing what appeared to be a digital billboard in New York’s Times Square displaying the message, “Roc Nation welcomes Tyla to the family.” The post further claimed that Jay-Z had personally reached out to the South African star after becoming an admirer of her music and that a multi-million-dollar agreement had been finalized.
Despite the excitement generated by the rumour, there was never any official confirmation from Roc Nation, Tyla, or her management team. Nevertheless, many fans believed the story as it continued to spread rapidly online.
Tyla has now ended the speculation herself. Taking to her Instagram Stories, the Grammy-winning singer delivered a short but direct response that left no room for interpretation.
“I’m not signed to Roc Nation, But my Album A*POP is drops 24/7 (24 July 2026)” she wrote.
Her statement immediately put an end to the rumours, confirming that the claims circulating online were false and that the edited Times Square image had no connection to any official announcement.
The incident serves as another reminder of how quickly misinformation can spread on social media. Edited images and unverified posts are often shared thousands of times before the facts are confirmed, making it increasingly important for fans to rely on official announcements from artists and their representatives.
The singer is currently preparing for the release of her highly anticipated second studio album, A*POP, which is scheduled to arrive on 24 July. The project follows the massive global success of her self-titled debut album, which helped establish her as one of Africa’s biggest international music stars.
Fans have already had a taste of the new era through previously released singles including “Bliss,” “Is It,” “Chanel,”and “She Did It Again” featuring Swedish pop star Zara Larsson. The upcoming album is expected to showcase another evolution of Tyla’s signature sound as she continues blending Amapiano, Afropop, R&B, and pop influences.
Although the Roc Nation rumours created a temporary buzz online, Tyla’s swift response ensured the focus returned to her career rather than false speculation. With A*POP just weeks away, anticipation continues to grow as fans around the world eagerly await the next chapter in the South African superstar’s remarkable journey.
