South African sensation Tyla took center stage at the 30th MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) in Manchester, United Kingdom, on Sunday, sweeping three major awards and solidifying her place as a rising global star.
Tyla outshone Nigerian nominees including Asake, Tems, Rema, Burna Boy, and Ayra Starr to clinch the coveted Best Afrobeats Artist award.
In a night that celebrated her incredible success, Tyla also claimed the Best African Act, defeating a lineup of top contenders such as Ayra Starr, DBN Gogo, TitoM & Yuppe, Asake, and Diamond Platnumz.
Her triumph extended beyond Africa as she won Best R&B Artist, surpassing renowned American artists Kehlani, SZA, Tinashe, Usher, and Victoria Monét.
To cap off the memorable evening, Tyla delivered an acoustic performance of her hit single Water, which captivated the audience.
Nigerian star Ayra Starr, who entered the night with four nominations—Best African Act, Best New Artist, Best Afrobeats Artist, and Best Push—left empty-handed, marking a disappointment for Nigerian fans hoping to see their favorites recognized on the global stage.
This victory marks another milestone for Tyla, who earlier this year won the inaugural Best African Music Performance category at the Grammys and Best Afrobeats Artist at the 2024 MTV Music Video Awards.
Her EMAs wins highlight a stellar year for the South African artist and underscore her growing influence in the global music industry.
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