Tyla has been nominated for the BET Soulf Train awards 2023.
The singer is nominated in the Best New Artist category, alongside Ayra Starr and a few others.
Tyla expresses gratitude for the nod.
Omg thank you Tygers and @SoulTrain
🐅💕 pic.twitter.com/nfMmgJDXWa— Tyla (@Tyllaaaaaaa) November 1, 2023
In a statement on Thursday, Monde Twala, senior vice president and general manager of BET International, described the African nominees as “exceptional”.
“Burna Boy, Ayra Starr and Tyla have been exceptional this year, and their presence on this global stage underlines the transformative impact of African talent on the world of soul music,” Twala said.
“We are proud to have their craft being recognized on this remarkable platform.”