Tyla's victory underscores her rising influence in the global music scene, particularly with her hit single "Water," which blends elements of Amapiano—a South African house music genre—with pop sensibilities. Her success at the AMAs follows a series of accolades, including wins at the MTV Europe Music Awards and the iHeartRadio Music Awards.
During her acceptance speech at a previous award ceremony, Tyla acknowledged the impact of Afrobeats in bringing African music to the global stage but emphasized her roots in Amapiano. She stated, "I come from South Africa. I represent Amapiano. I represent my culture."
The 2025 AMAs also saw *Billie Eilish* dominate the evening, securing seven awards, including *Artist of the Year*, *Album of the Year* for "Hit Me Hard and Soft," and *Song of the Year* for "Birds of a Feather." Other notable winners included *Beyoncé*, who won *Favorite Female Country Artist* and *Favorite Country Album* for "Cowboy Carter," and *Post Malone*, who took home Favorite Male Country Artist.
Tyla's achievement at the AMAs marks a significant milestone for South African artists and highlights the growing diversity and global reach of African music genres.
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