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Tyla’s debut album tops Billboard World Albums chart
South African superstar Tyla has achieved a historic milestone with her debut album, simply titled “Tyla,” soaring to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard World Albums chart.
Released on March 22, 2024, the album marks a momentous breakthrough for the emerging artist. Tyla has been gaining recognition in the music industry for her distinctive fusion of genres, blending elements of Afrobeats, Pop, R&B, and South Africa’s Amapiano.
One of the standout tracks from the album, “Water,” became a sensation on TikTok, propelled by a viral dance challenge that garnered millions of views. This contributed to the track’s remarkable success, reaching No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart, showcasing Tyla’s versatility and broad appeal.
Featuring collaborations with acclaimed artists such as Kelvin Momo, Tems, Gunna, Skillibeng, and Becky G, the album demonstrates Tyla’s ability to seamlessly collaborate across different genres. The 14-track project also includes her previous hit singles “Truth or Dare,” “On and On,” and “Butterflies,” which have received acclaim from both fans and critics alike.
Tyla’s achievement on the Billboard World Albums chart underscores her exceptional talent and underscores the increasing impact of African music on the global stage. Praised for its innovative sound and Tyla’s adeptness at genre-blending, her debut album has become essential listening for fans of diverse musical styles.
With anticipation building for her live performances and future releases, Tyla is positioned as a rising star in the global music scene, building upon the strong foundation laid by her groundbreaking debut album.
BREAKING: @Tyllaaaaaaa’s “Tyla” album debuts at #1 on the Billboard World Albums chart. 🙌🏼👏🏽🇿🇦
— The first South African act in modern era to achieve the feat. pic.twitter.com/ulFfwnFHFd
— 𝗔𝗟𝗕𝗨𝗠 𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗦 📀 (@AlbumTalksHQ) April 2, 2024
Her eponymous album, “Tyla,” has shattered records, surpassing the previous streaming milestone held by Nigerian powerhouse Burna Boy in just under a week.
According to @tylasstats, a prominent source for music analytics, on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, Tyla’s album amassed a remarkable 630 million streams on Spotify within its debut week, dethroning Burna Boy and establishing her as the reigning chart-topper.