South African singer Tyla has returned home carrying the Grammy Award she won on February 5th for Best African Music Performance. Her song “Water” earned her this honor, and she set a record as the youngest African artist to ever win a Grammy at only 22 years old.
Upon arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, she was greeted with cheers from fans, family, and friends.
“I’m so happy to be home and share this award with my people,” Tyla told reporters. “This is an award for South Africa and for all of Africa.”
The song “Water” has become immensely popular across Africa and around the globe. Its lyrics address the preciousness of water and the challenges faced by those without access to clean supplies.
Tyla hopes to use her win to inspire other young Africans to pursue their dreams.
“I want to show young people that it’s possible to achieve anything you set your mind to, no matter where you come from,” she said.
Tyla’s victory is a major milestone for African music, demonstrating its growing popularity worldwide.
Tyla’s win is a major milestone for African music and shows that its global popularity is on the rise.
