South African singer Tyla achieved a groundbreaking milestone at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards, solidifying her status as a global music sensation.
The rising star triumphed in two key categories: Top Afrobeats Artist and Top Afrobeats Song, surpassing renowned Nigerian artists like Burna Boy, Rema, Tems, and Asake. Her viral hit Water fueled her rapid ascent, clinching the Top Afrobeats Song award and marking a historic double win for the artist at the event.
2024 Billboard Music Awards Highlights
Tyla’s wins were part of a broader celebration of musical excellence, with notable victories across various categories:
Top Afrobeats Song
- Adam Port & Stryv feat. Malachiii – Move
- Tems – Me & U
- Tyla – Truth or Dare
- Winner: Tyla – Water
- Tyla, Gunna & Skillibeng – Jump
Top Artist
- Zach Bryan
- Sabrina Carpenter
- Drake
- Winner: Taylor Swift
- Morgan Wallen
Top Female Artist
- Sabrina Carpenter
- Billie Eilish
- Chappell Roan
- Winner: Taylor Swift
- SZA
Other major wins included:
- Top New Artist: Chappell Roan
- Top Male Artist: Morgan Wallen
- Top Latin Artist: Bad Bunny
- Top Rap Female Artist: Doja Cat
Taylor Swift emerged as a dominant force, taking home multiple awards, including Top Artist and Top Billboard 200 Artist, reaffirming her influence in the global music industry.
