South African music sensation Tyla scored two nominations at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), underlining her continuing rise on the global stage.
The young artist earned nods in the Best Choreography and Best Afrobeats categories for her hit single Push 2 Start.
TYLA AND ‘PUSH 2 START’
This achievement highlights not only Tyla’s talent but also the growing international recognition of African music.
Tyla’s single Push 2 Start has already made a massive impact, with over 100 million views across platforms and sparking a viral dance trend worldwide, according to YFM.
The nomination for Best Choreography is a tribute to the work of choreographer Lee-ché Janecke. He brought the energetic moves of the video to life.
In addition to this, Tyla’s acknowledgement in the Best Afrobeats category reaffirms her position as a leading figure in the genre.
TYLA’S FIRST VMA WIN
Last year, Tyla made history as the first African artist to win a VMA, setting a precedent for the continent’s artists.
Reflecting on this, Tyla said, “African music is so diverse. It’s more than just Afrobeats.”
She expressed a desire for broader recognition of African genres beyond just Afrobeats. She highlighted the variety and richness of the continent’s music.
OTHER NOMINATIONS
This year’s nominations mark a continuation of her global reign and influence.
Leading the 2025 VMA nominations is Lady Gaga with 12 nods, followed by Bruno Mars with 11 and Kendrick Lamar with 10.
The awards ceremony will take place on 7 September at the UBS Arena in New York. Fans and industry insiders eagerly await seeing if Tyla will again bring home honours for South Africa.
SOUTH AFRICAN TALENT
Tyla’s success serves as a source of pride for South Africans and a beacon for African artists looking to break onto the global stage.
Her story of persistence and authentic creativity resonates deeply, particularly her insistence on making music that truly represents her roots.
WHAT DOES TYLA’S RISE MEAN FOR THE FUTURE OF AFRICAN ARTISTS ON THE WORLD STAGE?
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