Grammy-winning South African singer-songwriter Tyla has announced the release of the deluxe edition of her self-titled debut album, which is set to drop on October 11, 2024. This move comes after the massive success of her original album, which debuted at number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart and featured hits like 'Water' and 'Truth or Dare'.
1. The Deluxe Edition: A New Chapter for Tyla
The deluxe edition of Tyla's self-titled album includes three new songs: 'Shake Ah,' 'Push 2 Start,' and 'Back to You.' These tracks are in addition to the original 14 tracks from the standard edition, which already featured collaborations with notable artists such as Tems, Gunna, Skillibeng, Becky G, Kelvin Momo, and Travis Scott on the 'Water Remix.'
The new tracks showcase Tyla's continued experimentation with blending amapiano, pop, afrobeats, and R&B styles. 'Shake Ah' features Tony Duardo, Optimist, and Maestro, while 'Push 2 Start' highlights Tyla's flirty side with lyrics that explore motivation and energy. 'Back to You' is an R&B-tinged track that delves into themes of longing and return.
2. Tracklist and Features
The deluxe edition's tracklist includes all the fan favorites from the original album, such as 'Intro (feat. Kelvin Momo),' 'Safer,' 'Water,' 'Truth or Dare,' 'No.1 (feat. Tems),' 'Breathe Me,' 'Butterflies,' 'On & On,' 'Jump (feat. Gunna & Skillibeng),' 'Art,' 'On My Body (feat. Becky G),' 'Priorities,' and 'To Last.' The album also features the 'Water Remix (feat. Travis Scott).' The new tracks are: 'Shake Ah,' 'Push 2 Start,' and 'Back to You.'
Tyla's debut album has been well-received by critics and fans alike. The original album debuted at number 2 on the Top R&B Albums chart and number 24 on the Billboard 200. Tyla's unique blend of genres has resonated with listeners worldwide.
3. Tyla's Musical Journey
In an interview with Grammy.com, Tyla expressed her desire for the album to be an introduction to the world. She stated, 'I only did my best. Im sure that the people who receive it well are the people who are meant to hear it.' This dedication to her craft is evident in the quality and diversity of her music.
Tyla's musical journey has been marked by significant milestones. Her hit single 'Water' peaked at number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 1 on the Adult R&B Airplay chart. Her nomination for Best New Artist, Best R&B Artist, Best Afrobeats Artist, and Best African Act at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards further solidifies her position in the music industry.
The deluxe edition of Tyla's self-titled album is now available on Apple Music and Spotify. Fans can explore the new tracks and revisit the original hits that made this album a historic splash on the Billboard 200.
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Sources: That Grape Juice, Melodic Magazine, Rated R&B
