Tyla Talks About How Her Life Has Changed Due to Her International Fame

Tyla claims that her normal life has been stolen by fame, and she is now unable to travel anyplace without security.

Following the release of her single “Water” in July 2023, which became a huge smash in part due to a viral dance to the song that went viral on TikTok, the 23-year-old singer got her break.

Even though Tyla is appreciative of her music’s recognition and large fan base, she has had to give up her privacy and everyday activities, such as placing an order at a Nando’s restaurant.

Tyla, who was photographed by Rafael Pavarotti for the magazine, stated in an interview with British Vogue as the cover girl for their March issue: “I just miss being able to walk.” Or take a seat in the park. Or visit Nando’s.

“When she went to order the last time, they all began singing, ‘Make me sweat.'”

The South African pop star, who beat Burna Boy and Davido to win the first Grammy for Best African Music Performance in 2024 for “Water,” was called “entitled” at the MTV Music Video Awards after she had her friend, a rap artist, Lil Nas X, hold her trophy during her acceptance speech.

“I was really perplexed when people told me I was entitled because I was just asking my friend Lil Nas to help me hold it while I was giving the speech,” she added.

“Dude, those honors weigh a lot!

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And I had a crucial message at that very moment.

“I really didn’t want to be preoccupied with the difficulties of holding this award.”

After the #MeToo movement, Tyla constantly brings a companion to the recording studio to make sure she can never be compromised as a woman in the music industry.

When questioned about if her parents, Sharleen and Sherwin Seethal, were worried about the young singer when she began her career in music, Tyla responded, “My parents have always been very protective.”

I would never go to the studio by myself, even before “Water.” I took great care.

The “Jump” hitmaker is happy of the woman she has become, despite the challenges that come with being famous.

“I attended a very white primary school,” she remarked.

“I detested myself a lot. I went to a mostly Black and culturally diverse high school after that, and it was there that I truly learned to embrace and be proud of who I am.

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View the entire article in British Vogue’s March issue, which will be available on newsstands and digitally starting Tuesday, February 25.