South African pop star Tyla has unveiled her highly anticipated new single, “Bliss,” marking her first solo release since the deluxe edition of her debut self-titled album in October 2024.
The track, produced by NOVA WAV and Sir Nolan, serves as the lead single for her upcoming sophomore album, which Tyla has hinted will feature a fresh sound while staying true to her core artistry.
Following the global success of her 2023 breakout hit Water and recent collaborations like the Show Me Love remix with WizTheMc, which climbed to No. 11 on the Billboard Global Excl. US chart, “Bliss“ arrives with immense anticipation. This momentum was further fueled by her Coachella 2025 performance and her show-stopping appearance at the Met Gala on May 5.
“Bliss” is a captivating Afro-pop ballad that fuses the emotional depth of R&B with the euphoric essence of amapiano. The song explores the transformative and transcendent power of love, with Tyla’s heartfelt lyrics such as,
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“I don’t wanna be in the world without you / Baby, I don’t wanna let out my sight,”
expressing an intense yearning to stay connected to a lover. The chorus—
“You take me to bliss / Never felt a love like this / Never found it, never found it”
—captures the euphoric escape that love offers. Tyla’s smooth, soaring vocals are paired with a rich, melodic production, highlighted by lines like:
“Let my smile bring you peace of mind / Burnin’ desire when you throw your arms all around me”
evoking both spiritual and physical closeness.
The track’s ethereal vibe is further emphasized by its visual rollout, where Tyla is seen with angelic wings, a motif first teased in an April 29 teaser, mirroring the song’s theme of transcendence.
The single’s release follows a carefully planned buildup, including Tyla’s performance of the track at Coachella on April 18, where she debuted it to an electrified crowd, and a highly successful pre-save campaign.
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Social media buzz has been intense, with fans dubbing the song a “summer vibe” and praising its “poppy” energy, signaling Tyla’s growth into a more diverse musical space.
Additionally, the song’s title ties into her collaboration with Erewhon, where her smoothie, Bliss by Tyla, has proceeds that benefit 18twenty8, a South African non-profit that empowers young women. This reflects her commitment to making a positive social impact alongside her musical endeavors.
With “Bliss,” Tyla continues to bridge her Johannesburg roots with global appeal, delivering a deeply personal and universally relatable track. It’s a compelling preview of what’s to come from the rising star as she prepares for the next phase of her career.
Listen to Bliss here.