South African singer Tyla has been awarded the World Artist of the Year at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, held on March 17, 2025
Tyla, a South African artist, was awarded the ‘World Artist of the Year’ at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, becoming the first recipient of this newly introduced category. She surpassed notable artists like Burna Boy, Central Cee, Tems, and YG Marley.
Tyla’s achievement at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards is a monumental moment for both her career and South African music. The awards ceremony, held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on March 17, 2025, introduced the “World Artist of the Year” category for the first time, and Tyla emerged victorious against strong competition from Burna Boy, Central Cee, Tems, and YG Marley
This win not only makes her the first South African to receive an iHeartRadio Music Award but also solidifies her growing global influence. Tyla’s journey to this point has been marked by numerous accolades, including a Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance, an MTV Video Music Award for Best Afrobeats Video, and multiple MTV Europe Music Awards for Best R&B. Her hit single “Water” played a pivotal role in her rise to fame, becoming the first song by a South African soloist to enter the US Billboard Hot 100 in 55 years
Fans and celebrities alike have celebrated her win, with social media buzzing with congratulatory messages and admiration for her talent and hard work. Tyla’s stylish appearances at the event also caught attention, showcasing her as not just a musical icon but a fashion trendsetter
This win marks her as the first South African to win an award at these prestigious awards, highlighting her growing influence in the international music industry. Celebratory posts and images showcased Tyla in various fashionable outfits, reflecting her style and the celebratory mood of her achievement.