Tyla Shares How She’s Created Her Sound With Pop, R&B & Amapiano | Billboard Cover #Shorts
In a recent Billboard Cover #Shorts video, rising South African musician Tyla opens up about her unexpected journey to creating her unique sound that blends elements of pop, R&B, and Amapiano. Tyla shares that she never expected to garner attention from international labels and audiences, but the influx of interest only fueled her excitement and drive to pursue her music dream.
Prior to experimenting with Amapiano beats, Tyla’s music mainly consisted of pop and R&B. Intrigued by the rising trend of Amapiano music in South Africa at the time, Tyla decided to fuse her familiar genres with the infectious Amapiano sound. Despite Amapiano being predominantly instrumental or chant-based, Tyla’s decision to incorporate her own vocals and style onto the beat led to the creation of her unique sound.
Tyla’s experimentation with Amapiano ultimately led her to discover her signature sound, a perfect blend of pop, R&B, and Amapiano influences. Through her innovative approach to music, Tyla has solidified her place as a fresh and exciting talent in the industry.
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Video “Tyla Shares How She’s Created Her Sound With Pop, R&B & Amapiano | Billboard Cover #Shorts” was uploaded on 04/20/2024 to Youtube Channel Billboard