South Africa’s hottest export is once again taking the world by storm. Tyla, the global hitmaker who redefined summer with her viral anthem Water, is back with a new EP, and the “Tygers” are roaring louder than ever.

With skirts, crop tops, heels, shades, matching handbags, and her signature light braids with hoops, Tyla has perfected the carefree summer-girl aesthetic. But it’s more than just a look, it’s a lifestyle, a soundtrack, and a movement. This December, her fans across the world are asking: What’s the perfect Tyla package? The answer is simple: the sound, the style, and the spirit.

The Rise of a Global Summer Babe

Tyla’s breakout moment came in 2023 when Water set the internet ablaze. The now-iconic performance, drenching herself on stage with a water bottle while breaking into the Bacardi dance, cemented her status as a cultural force. On TikTok, the track became a phenomenon, blending South Africa’s Amapiano with global pop appeal in what Tyla proudly calls her “Popiano” sound.

Her music and dance moves are more than catchy, they’re a love letter to home. Whether it’s weaving Bacardi steps from Pretoria into her choreography or letting amapiano basslines pulse beneath her vocals, Tyla’s artistry always circles back to her South African roots.

Carrying the Legacy Forward

While the world often compares her to global icons like Rihanna or Shakira, those who know South African music history see something deeper. Tyla’s bold style and electrifying moves echo the trailblazing energy of kwaito queens Lebo Mathosa and Thembi Seete, who shook up the ’90s with fearless fashion, crop tops, short skirts, and unapologetic dance culture.

By reviving these elements and merging them with her own fresh perspective, Tyla is reminding the world of the rich heritage of South African women in music, powerful, stylish, and always moving to the beat of their own drums. Very rich of the American audience to think that influence is only exclusive to them, but we won’t pay attention to that, we know who the OG Tyla pays homage to.

December in SA, Tyla Style

December in South Africa is more than a season; it’s a vibe. “Ke Dezemba”, “ziibig days…“From backyard braais and pool parties to road trips and loud street music, it’s a time of celebration. Tyla’s music slots seamlessly into this landscape, an instant soundtrack to weddings, birthdays, beach days, and late-night grooves. Wherever South Africans gather in the heat, a Tyla song is sure to set the mood.

A New Era: We Wanna Party

Now, Tyla is ready to take her artistry to the next level. Her new EP, WWP (We Wanna Party), features four standout tracks: Bliss, Dynamite, Mr Media, and the fan-favorite IS IT. Each song signals a bold shift, Tyla exploring new sounds, breaking free from labels, and proving she’s more than just a viral hitmaker.

The IS IT challenge has already taken TikTok by storm, while collaborations like Dynamite with Nigerian superstar Wizkid show her intent to bridge Africa’s musical powerhouses with the global stage.

When asked in an interview what a perfect Tyla party looks like, she didn’t hesitate:
“Sunglasses, the place must be dark, no cameras. I want people to dance and come out tired. I want everyone to have a time, and I want different genres of music.”

This vision comes alive in the IS IT music video, where amapiano-inspired choreography evolves into a euphoric, dim-lit dance floor, pure Tyla energy.

Asia, Get Ready

After conquering the U.S. and Europe, Tyla’s second world tour, We Wanna Party, is heading to Asia from November to December. With stops in Tokyo, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Manila, and Singapore, her “Tygers” in the East are about to experience a South African groove like never before.

Whether it’s Water, IS IT, or her new anthems that lead the charge, one thing is certain: Tyla is not just performing, she’s exporting a piece of South African summer to the world.

And wherever she goes, the vibe follows.