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2024 MTV Video Music Award: African Music More Than Just Afrobeats – South African Singer, Tyla
South African singer, Tyla has sparked a controversy concerning the place of Afrobeats in African music, when she distanced herself from the genre at the just concluded 2024 MTV Video Music Award.
While making her acceptance speech as the winner of the Best Afrobeats Award at MTV VMAs 2024, which held during the week at the UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, the award-winning singer described her win as ‘just so special but also bittersweet’, because she represents ‘Amapiano,’ not Afrobeats. Tyla added that “African music is so diverse’, and more than just Afrobeats.”
“Thank you. MTV, my team, God, everyone, this is such a big moment for Africa and African music. The global impact that “Water” has had on the world proves African music can also be pop music. This is so special but also bittersweet, because I know there’s a tendency to group African artists under Afrobeats.
It’s a thing and though Afrobeats has run things and has opened many doors for us, African music is so diverse, it’s more than just Afrobeats. I come from South Africa. I represent amapiano. I represent my culture. I want to shout out to all the Afrobeats artists in this category with me.”
Her speech on the night, however, has been criticized by popular OAP, Do2dtun,who accused the singer of not aligning with her musical identity “Aunty @tyla a.k.a am not Afrobeats, I am Amapiano. We have heard you but your song ‘Water’ is not Amapiano either. If you thought you were categorized in the wrong category, you should have given the award back or denounced the nomination”, Do2dtun wrote.
But is it possible for Tyla to separate herself from being an Afrobeats singer? Your guess is as good as mine. The 22-year-old singer won the award for her major hit “Water” The music video has more than 230 million views on YouTube and almost 800 million streams on Spotify
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I’m convinced all men cheat – Rapper Sexyy Red
American rapper, Sexyy Red, has said marriage is just “ceremonial” because of men’s cheating nature.
The ‘Rich Baby Daddy’ crooner said she would get married but would never trust her partner.
She said she is convinced that all men cheat.
Speaking in a recent interview with Angel Reese, Red said, “I’m going to get married but I think that marriage is fake. I think all men cheat.
“Even if I’m not dating, I know that men cheat. That’s why I got no hope. I’ve never met a man who doesn’t cheat.
“Even if a man tells me he won’t cheat on me, I won’t believe it. We can get married but at the end of the day, it’s just a ceremony. I don’t have faith in men.”
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‘I didn’t break up with him’ – Tiwa Savage speaks about divorce from TeeBillz
Nigerian songstress Tiwa Savage has finally spoken about her divorce from her ex-husband, Tunji Balogun, popularly known as TeeBillz.
DAILY POST reports that TeeBillz announced their divorce in 2018 on social media.
However, speaking in an interview with The Receipts Podcast, Tiwa Savage accused TeeBillz of being responsible for the divorce, stating that she didn’t break up with him.
She explained that TeeBillz made the announcement while she was still struggling with postpartum after the birth of their son.
She said: “The way our situation happened, he announced it online. I did not break up with him, but I was the one being attacked.
“My baby was just a few months old at that time. My body wasn’t the same because I was dealing with postpartum and depression. Only a few people came to see me. Everyone went to him.
“It got worse after I did an interview to tell my side of the story. People were like, ‘How dare you go and talk? You are a woman, and you are supposed to build the house. It’s your fault.’
“It was very heartbreaking how the public blamed me. Ever since then, I was like, ‘I won’t ever talk about the situation.’ It was an eye-opener for me. It made me depressed and angry for so long. Then I became the ‘African Bad Girl.’ I started getting tattoos and wearing bikinis and short skirts.”
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Kim Kardashian stuns best friend with $100K Tesla Cybertruck birthday surprise
In a moment that left everyone in awe, Kim Kardashian pulled off one of her most extravagant surprises yet by gifting her best friend, Tracy Romulus, a Tesla Cybertruck for her birthday. Valued at around $100,000, this futuristic vehicle was a birthday present like no other, presented to Tracy during a private celebration that was as glamorous as it was memorable.
The event unfolded with Tracy enjoying her special day, completely unaware of the surprise that awaited her. Kim, known for her generous and over-the-top gifts, casually told Tracy to “look outside.” Tracy’s jaw dropped as she spotted the sleek, stainless-steel Cybertruck parked outside. “What?! Are you f***ing serious? Are you nuts? Are you crazy?” she exclaimed, unable to contain her shock and excitement.
The priceless moment was captured and shared on social media, where fans and followers marveled at the extravagant gesture. Kim’s gift not only highlighted her unique approach to gift-giving but also underscored the deep bond between her and Tracy.
The two have been close friends for years, with Tracy serving as the chief marketing officer for Kim’s brands, and this grand surprise was a testament to their enduring friendship.
Tracy expressed her gratitude and disbelief on social media, sharing her excitement with her followers. The Cybertruck, with its distinctive design and cutting-edge technology, was the perfect gift for someone as close to Kim as Tracy is, symbolizing both the luxury and the forward-thinking nature that defines their friendship.
As the news of Kim’s extravagant gift spread, fans were once again reminded of her flair for making unforgettable gestures. Whether it’s for family, friends, or loved ones, Kim’s ability to surprise and delight those around her continues to capture the imagination and admiration of people everywhere.
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