Tyla beats Burna Boy, Davido and Ayra Starr to clinch the “Best African Music Performance” at the 2026 Grammy.
Glamtush reports that South African singer, Tyla, has won the Best African Music Performance award at the 2026 Grammy Awards, beating Nigerian stars Burna Boy, Davido and Ayra Starr in the category.
Tyla clinched the prize with her song, Push 2 Start, ahead of Burna Boy’s Love, Davido’s With You featuring Omah Lay, Ayra Starr and Wizkid’s Gimme Dat, as well as Eddy Kenzo and Mehran Matin’s Hope & Love.
“Push 2 Start,” lifted from her self-titled debut album ‘Tyla’ released in 2024, gained widespread popularity through streaming platforms and social media dance challenges.
The song combines amapiano influences and pop, focusing on themes of romance and self-confidence.
The category, introduced to spotlight African music on the global stage, once again featured strong Nigerian representation, with three Nigerian artistes — Burna Boy, Davido and Ayra Starr — making the final shortlist.
Tyla is a two-time winner in the category since its introduction in 2024, when she first clinched the award with Water, making her the inaugural recipient.
The 68th Grammys also meant a great deal for African music, with legendary Nigerian musician Fela Anikulapo Kuti honoured posthumously with a Lifetime Achievement Award the night before, shining a light on the continent’s cultural influence.
