Tyla Makes History with 100 Weeks at No. 1 on Billboard US Afrobeats Chart
Tyla has etched her name into music history once again after becoming the first artist ever to spend a cumulative 100 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard US Afrobeats Songs chart.
The record-breaking achievement was confirmed by music analytics platform Chart Data, which announced on X that the South African global superstar had reached the unprecedented milestone, making her the first artist in the chart’s history to accomplish the feat.
The landmark comes after Tyla’s latest hit single, “Is It Love,” climbed to the top of the Billboard US Afrobeats Songs chart, extending her remarkable dominance. The song joins a growing list of chart-topping successes that includes “Water,” “Push 2 Start,” and “Chanel.”
Tyla’s breakthrough single “Water” launched her onto the global stage and became one of the biggest Afrobeats crossover hits in recent years. The song spent an incredible 55 consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard US Afrobeats Songs chart before being replaced by more of her own hits, highlighting her sustained success rather than a one-time breakthrough.
Born in Johannesburg, the singer has rapidly become one of Africa’s most influential musical exports, blending amapiano, pop and R&B into a unique sound that has captivated audiences around the world.
The latest achievement arrives just weeks before the release of Tyla’s highly anticipated second studio album, “A*Pop,” which is expected later this month. The upcoming project will include the successful singles “Chanel” and “Is It Love,” both of which have already enjoyed strong commercial and streaming success.
Since emerging on the international music scene, Tyla has consistently shattered records and elevated South African music to new heights. She previously became the youngest African artist to win a Grammy Award and has continued to break barriers across global music charts and streaming platforms.
Fans from across the world celebrated the latest milestone on social media, praising the singer for her continued success and recognising her role in expanding the global reach of African music.
Reaching 100 cumulative weeks at the summit of Billboard’s US Afrobeats Songs chart further cements Tyla’s place among the continent’s biggest stars and demonstrates the lasting impact of her music on the international stage.
With a new album on the horizon and her global popularity continuing to soar, Tyla’s latest accomplishment marks another significant chapter in a career that continues to redefine what is possible for African artists worldwide.
