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The Citizen
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Before the Fame, She Painted: Tyla's Journey
Before Tyla became a Grammy-winning global pop sensation, she was already dazzling Edenglen High School, not just with her voice, but her paintbrush too. The 'Water' hitmaker was an award-winning actress, singer, and fine artist. She created life-size paintings that are now resurfacing in her chart-topping music videos. The Edglen high standout Tyla painting. Picture: Supplied Long before Tyla Seethal took home a Grammy and topped global charts, she was turning heads in the hallways of Edenglen High School. Known for her fierce dedication and magnetic stage presence, Tyla scooped up both Best Actress and Singer of the Year at the school's awards. Tyla Seethal. Picture: Instagram 'She was always destined for greatness,' said a former drama teacher at Edenglen. 'She didn't just participate, she owned every performance, whether it was a solo in the music room or a dramatic monologue on stage.' Tyla Seethal. Picture: Instagram But while many know Tyla for her viral dance moves and smooth vocals, few are aware that she was also an accomplished fine artist during her school days. Life-size art and music collide Tyla Seethal. Picture: Instagram Tyla's artistic flair wasn't confined to the stage. She was especially drawn to painting. She often worked on large, life-sized canvases that depicted bold themes of identity, emotion, and femininity. Tyla Seethal. Picture: Instagram Some of these artworks have even appeared in the backgrounds of her music videos. Most notably in the song ART, where her signature visuals blend fashion, fine art, and sound. Tyla Seethal. Picture: Instagram 'Art was always part of my world,' Tyla shared in a past interview. 'It was a way to express parts of myself that music couldn't always capture.' Tyla Seethal Artwork. Picture: Instagram Her Edenglen High art teacher once called her work 'intuitive and cinematic,' praising her attention to detail and emotional storytelling through brushstrokes. Multitalented and unstoppable Tyla Seetal. Picture: Instagram Today, Tyla is known globally, not just as a singer, but as a full-spectrum entertainer. In 2024, she became the first female South African artist since Miriam Makeba to win a Grammy. She took home Best African Music Performance for her viral hit Water. She has since appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, profiled by Vogue and Billboard, and graced major fashion runways. Tyla Seethal. Picture: Instagram And yet, it's her early creative roots that continue to inspire fans. Whether she's dancing on TikTok, performing on world stages, or standing next to her artwork in a music video, Tyla remains a modern renaissance woman. And who knows? Maybe her next exhibit will be a solo art show to match her sold-out world tour.
IOL News
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Tyla unveils release date for her highly anticipated single 'Bliss'
South Africa superstar Tyla Seethal is set to release a new song titled 'Bliss'. Image: X New Tyla alert! The Met Gala is not the only occasion the 23-year-old superstar is gearing up for. Tyla has revealed the release date for her new single, 'Bliss'. The 'Water' hit-maker first previewed the song at her 2025 Coachella debut and later hinted at the single's arrival through a recent collaboration with Erewhon, where she launched a limited-edition smoothie, which was also called 'Bliss'. The smoothie, which is not only a tasty treat but also a way to give back, supports 18twenty8, an organisation empowering girls in South Africa through education and personal development strategies. The partnership with Erewhon may have been a subtle nod to her upcoming music release. Tyla has previously expressed her excitement to share her new music with the world, and it is clear that she's been working hard to create something special. Last year, in an interview with Coke Studio, the 23-year-old singer shared how she wanted to break away from her original sound when she released 'Tears', a single in collaboration with Coke Studio. With 'Tears', she showcased her enchanting vocals, revealing a more vulnerable side that is different from her previous work. Breaking away from the amapiano and pop sound that she is best known for, Tyla may be embarking on an exciting new journey with 'Bliss', and it is only a matter of time until fans get to experience it. The Grammy Award-winning singer also featured on 'Show Me Love', a single by South African artist WizTheMc. Tyla's part in the collaboration has taken the song to greater heights as it has since gone viral on TikTok, also topping the music charts. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Show Me Love (with Tyla) - Spotify Streams Day 15: 1,412,064 streams Day 16: 1,321,731 streams Total: 13,862,013 streams — Tygers Access 💓 (@TygersAccess) May 4, 2025 For fans, it was a nice treat to hear something different from Tyla after they have been enjoying her self-titled debut album. Tyla's upcoming song marks her first solo release since her debut album. With her previous hits and critically acclaimed debut album, her upcoming release is expected to make waves in the music industry. In a Billboard Women in Music interview, Tyla announced that she will release a new album later this year. 2025 is about to be yet another Tyla-filled year. As the release date approaches, fans are eagerly awaiting the music. Will it be a continuation of her previous work, or a bold new direction? One thing is certain: Tyla's 'Bliss' is a highly anticipated release set to showcase her versatility. With 'Bliss' set to drop on Friday, May 9, fans won't have to wait much longer to experience Tyla's latest creation.
