Tyla Speaks on Viral 'Water' Dance, Drake Following Her, and GRAMMY Nomination | Interview

Tyla dropped by the neighborhood to speak with Big Boy about the “Water” dance challenge on Tik Tok, appearing on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, and getting an Instagram follow from Drake. The artist discusses making music during the pandemic, going viral on social media, and touring with Chris Brown. She also comments on her GRAMMY nomination, attending Fashion Week, and growing up in South Africa. Plus, she reacts to a photo of Big Boy when he was 500lbs and lists Rihanna as an important American influence. Watch the full interview exclusively on BigBoyTV.
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[@JosephIilonga]

She was so comfortable, listened very well and gave accurate responses. I love how she stayed herself during the entire interview and never changed her accent at all.

[@charlesbarclay8181]

Tyla is matured for her age. Like she was prepared for all of the success she's experiencing.

[@thermologo3451]

It's not like she could change it of she wanted to

[@robertaprata19]

This was beautiful to watch. I hope that she always herself and humble as she is. Such a cool singer.

[@AfricanBan2]

You can’t change what you don’t have

[@toofar2real]

Why would she change it, it only makes her stand out more

[@JosephIilonga]

Big Boy did an amazing job interviewing her. Shout out to his team too. She was so comfortable.

[@jahannakitto7604]

Yeah they made her feel so comfortable

[@B.W.T.B.W]

He's 1 the best interviewers ever, he's 1 of them people that if somebody doesn't like him it's them with the issues cos ya can't not like the guy man. Genuine good dude and he's he's about his family too super good dad from what ive heard and I respect that bigtime

[@Slindo_M]

Tyla is so like-able, warm, authentic & beautiful. A truly South African 🥲😍🙌🏾

[@limazibuko8915]

I love it when she says ‘I’m telling you!” It’s so coloured, so South African! She is all over the place and I love it!! 🥹😍😭

[@StayCalmStayFocused]

I pray for this artist's well-being and safety as she enters the predatory world of the American music industry. She is so full of life and light right now. I pray for her protection.

[@MsNairobi]

We pray for a wedge of protection around her. Her family has to really protect her and be involved.. we all know the mess in American Holywood ...Tyla should remain totally South African

[@thriftstorescoffeeshops]

🙏🏾

[@sakhumzibara6871]

Me too, I pray for her safety.

[@lookiemanno8971]

im here for tyla she keeps representing us very well... South African music is in good hands ASAAAAMBE....!!!!🥂🌍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@athenagriego4561]

What does that mean? I'm Puerto Rican we have our expressions

[@mssummer07]

We are here 🇿🇦

[@mssummer07]

​@athenagriego4561, it means "Let's go."

[@lookiemanno8971]

@@athenagriego4561 it means "Lets Go..!!"

[@kwameappiahappiah3378]

​@@mssummer07😅4😅d5😅😅ea😅3😅😮😅😅

[@777skiiii7]

U can definitely see in her performances what she said about wanting to do this her whole life is true wishing her lots of success in her career

[@kimsamuels3091]

As a South African coloured girl I’m literally so proud of tyla, she is really going places and I can’t wait to be her biggest fan❤️🇿🇦

[@ghhhp]

❤❤❤

[@FishFinga17]

As a Cape coloured, it always amazes me at how different the Gauteng coloureds sound compare to the rest of the community. Like she says. "It's a vibe" Durban coloureds just sound Indian.

[@amaraparrot6025]

shut up !!! @@Faruq959

[@MosesMatsepane]

@@Faruq959It’s not an issue in South Africa.

[@sarahelvetral3710]

@@Faruq959computer is the name of a race in South Africa. Get educated

[@ebukaokoli4658]

I love how she’s so open about the drake follow She’s so real for that!😭

[@bobbyallen5914]

She is authentic. Love her vibe. A good interview Big Boy. You are a natural.💯 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@2scents]

Proud of all South Africans doing it big in Hollywood. Tyla in particular radiates the South African spirit with her personality. Great ambassador for our sound

[@mogamatyusufmartin9171]

True true 👌🏿✅🇿🇦.... our country's people is going places.

[@Logan_TheLegend]

Stay away from hollywood they change people

[@jahannakitto7604]

Her interviews are a whole vibe

[@bebrittanyable]

She is correct PEOPLE ARE READY FOR SOMETHING NEW!!! wishing her much love and success! Beautiful talented girl!

[@portiacerff792]

Well Done Tyla!!! The whole country is behind you, Cheering you on!! Uniting SA through music...❤❤❤

[@TheAlkebulanTrust]

Amapiano to the World. Good to see The Princess of Amapiano on this platform. This is a major look 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@JuicyJLee]

Bro you South African . You do know this commercial so called Amapiano is not Amapiano!?

[@leighdesai8043]

I love this interview! All the best Tyla. Supporting you all the way from SA. Keep representing! 🇿🇦🇿🇦🔥🔥

[@danj7720]

Her presence, voice and aura is very refreshing to watch and hear. Hope the music industry doesn’t ruin her big things to come for this beauty 😊

[@B.W.T.B.W]

Same I hope she stays true to her self man cos she seems a real good person and the music industry can ruin people and money can change people for the worse aswell a lot of people that come from humble beginnings that get big amounts of money turn arrogant snobby stuck up and just turn into shitty people man. Id never let money change me if I was super rich I'd do a hell of a lot of giving back do a lot for communities charities and people that need help

[@neo.rabaji]

South Africa is behind you Tyla ❤🇿🇦

[@andilezama903]

Finally Tyla getting interviewed by some with interview skill

[@clairetshehla6396]

There's literally no way you could hear Tyla speak without her saying "Yoh" she's so South African love it ❤😂

[@thandondwandwe3987]

You know you're South African when you Video Call instead of Face Time... I loved that little part 😂😂😂🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦❤️❤️❤️

[@Jovanoliverr]

She is absolutely mesmerising ❤.I love that "yooh'' and "heey" that she's doing.Never heard South Africans talking before.Great accent.

[@marchacharles883]

She was born for this. Love her. Love it where she says she's just happy to make ppl proud as a SA coloured I'm also proud. Proud of her❤️🇿🇦❤️

[@sellynkhoma1202]

whats the difference between being SouthAfrican and a so called south african coloured?

[@sechabashuping8685]

I love how she didn’t fake an accent. I love her AUTHENTICITY!! ❤

[@toofar2real]

Tyla is IT. Talented, poised, intelligent, beautiful, and she's representing SA culture

[@reyhanajacobs1595]

It’s the “ Hau Ma “ for me - we love you so much Ty. Keep representing mama💞 🇿🇦

[@patrickphokoane641]

What do you think of that repetitive "yoo" and" jaa"😂

[@yourfavpersuasion9385]

it's her language soooo who cares @@patrickphokoane641

[@ScottThePisces]

Tyla really gives me those wholesome "Music of the Sun" Rihanna vibes, I wonder what wave she'll be on in 5 years time music wise and if the industry will throw her down the "Good girl gone bad" cliche they always pull 🤔

[@mattd2026]

🤟😔

[@mabel9701]

She also reminds me of Rihanna’s early days straight from the Caribbeans.

[@emramirez7846]

Sweet girl, very talented. I hope she goes far!

[@valeriamahlangu372]

Beautiful young woman ❤great interview, so proud of her making us South Africans 🇿🇦 proud. ❤

[@mmg12francis56]

She young, fresh, nice accent and super cute. I wish her all the success ❤

[@lilithajezile4536]

This was sooo sweet. Thank you for being so kind to her. This was amazing. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@user-tb6kr5jb1f]

I like the 'Yohhh!' 😀😂😂😂

[@aliahspirituality]

very professional interview. Tyla is going to go far. The new Rihanna and I mean that in the best way possible. Shes her own person but she'll have a similar career to Rihanna for sure. Shes also so cute and confident and clearly a hard worker. Shes definitely a good role model for young girls today

[@Reversisms]

I rebule that, no good girl gone bad bs this time please, no illuminati proncess bs this time please, no jay z evilness poisoning her bs pls, I REBUKE YOUR ENTIRE STATEMENT.

[@coreewebb5294]

She's nothing like Rhianna! She's Tyla just like Beyonce is Beyonce.

[@vhoneyx]

I get what you are saying.

[@hermanmphela9199]

Totally get what you're saying....some had to be all dramatic about it here

[@Theniqueexperience]

😂😂😂😂 the response cracked me up. It’s like they saw their life flash before their eyes 😂😂😂😂

[@tendanimuraga3280]

Big boy is an incredible interviewer, what an amazing engagement 💓 🇿🇦

[@leggs83stowe53]

I love her. She is authentic and truly gifted.

[@SallieAndrea]

She’s so down to earth. That’s why I love her so much

[@1HourOf.]

Tyla is amazing, when I saw "Getting Late" I knew she's a star

[@gigieoliver2864]

What I love about her...everything. She is true to herself, genuine, authentic, beautiful...talented, sassy and knows she's blessed...she knows God is part of her life. South African 🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@PrinceMajesty1]

This was such a wholesome interview man. Love to see it, and BIG CONGRATULATIONS to Tyla!! 💕

[@tlhone]

BigBoy is legend. We love Tyla. Love from South Africa.

[@kera.habayeho]

this interview is everything man, tyla and big boy is a vibe

[@suze_nelumbo7780]

You're making us proud Tyla. We love you 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦❤❤❤

[@Leratomaphoka]

Shine girl 🔥🔥🔥our South African pride

[@jeremymoore145]

Tyla is a beautiful woman. I wish her much success ❤

[@nzizajovinpaul4955]

I like her "YOOOOO" She has been singing for her Family to day she is singing for World wide. it is time for Africa.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jamesgrotto2219]

What a mature young lady, you have to be proud of her. Good luck in this road to success.

[@madlaminidlamini7451]

Tyla even your pronunciation is so South African. Siyakuthanda Tyla wethu🥰😍

[@tavtelmedia]

I been tellin folk about SA for a long time. It was just a matter of time. So pleased that Tyla was the one to prove me right. She gets it. And her producers magnified the SA vibe to show the world that afrohouse is a genre to be reckoned with. She has put Johannesburg on the map and what better representative!

[@katlegolegodi6440]

Barcadi to the world 🇿🇦🇿🇦 Tyla is representing South Africa so well. ❤❤

[@observer8736]

Tyla girl is so talented! ❤

[@Meliexoxo_]

Wish her a lot of success ❤❤

[@nellyn12345]

Proudly South African artist 🇿🇦🇿🇦 Stay true to yourself. You were born for this and may God continue blessing you 💕

[@zhanehardnick2449]

So wholesome to watch ya'll accept and welcome a young foreign lady like that! God's blessings upon her life and yours❤

[@bellastone7437]

Rise Coloured Queen Rise🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@SamFocused]

Love her positive Energy I Wish herJust the best and fun on her way Great Conversation 💯💯💯

[@rz2pp]

18:00 This “Hehe” is so tyla 😂this expression is so funny

[@ntsikathegoodsoncele8915]

Big Boy is such an awesome interviewer. He’s caring and well researched. It’s rare these days 👏🏽

[@baroniceandrews8199]

Now this was s seriously awesome interview, totally enjoyed... Love from South Africa.

[@SilverStrumer]

Interviewer: “How are you doing?” Tyla: ”I’m amazing..” Interviewer: ”I know you are! but how are you feeling?” Tyla: ”Good” 😂

[@StreetCornerFilmsAndTV]

😂

[@nomcebombhele842]

That killed me 😂😂😂

[@T2Ali]

The way she talks would make me fall in love even if i was blind. Soo fucking polite and graceful rare af to see this. Her personality iss amazinggg

[@purifymoore3124]

A conversation is incomplete without "Yoh" from a South African 🇿🇦🤣

[@nthabelengshakhane5997]

😂😂😂i was like heiii😊😊😊😊❤yoooh....such a sweet loving authentic soul❤

[@gino.x]

Good interview. Really brought out Tyla's authenticity. BigBoy was great as the interviewer.

[@dtuMbl]

So humble, down-to-earth, pleasant and charismatic for a 21 year old, she is immensely likeable.

[@Von.NorthEnd]

The fact she knew Drake thirsty ass was gonna follow her and be in her dms 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@thriftstorescoffeeshops]

Hahahaha

[@maverickat4544]

Tyla is drop dead gorgeous. Hulle weet nie wat ons weet nie! 🇿🇦

[@pathymes9377]

absolutely gorgeous

[@bonganilejoane358]

I like her genuineness

[@risingsun82]

What Mandela invisioned 🇿🇦. For those who don't understand what he fought for. Flourishing in authenticy🌄. You go girl! 🇿🇦

[@jannicejo7052]

Such an all around, truly amazing young lady. Great interview as usual BB 👏🏼

[@leonardobarnes8031]

What a lovely interview. 😍

[@tanyawasyluk1848]

This is a GREAT interview. Big Boy kills it and makes her feel so comfortable.

[@mahmoudmokhtar3579]

Love you Tyla from sudan

[@mekenificentwellness1474]

She is so likeable

[@sofiyahayes]

To who? She’s arrogant …

[@Enkaybe]

@@sofiyahayesYou’re sooo jealous 😂😂

[@thefirsttrillionaire2925]

@@Enkaybevery, L take

[@_zee_2.0]

She is dope for sure and I like how she stays true to herself ❤

[@MelloBelloPhotoStudio]

She is definitely one of us ... wow her sense of humor is out of this world and i wasn't aware that she is cool like this...Go girl

[@MckenzieMilord]

She special one of kind talent

[@darealmeisha82]

I enjoyed this interview I didn’t think I’d finish watching it bc Big Boy was kind of asking Tyla questions and throwing words to her so she can give more information. But I guess that was to warm her up to speak more. I love how Big Boy interviews are real and down to earth without judgment big respect.

[@famym9578]

Knew she was amazing from the days of "Getting Late" such a talented beauty 🎉 Go TYLA

[@gwengabriel7637]

Tyla is definitely going to win a Grammy🎉

[@cvlturecast]

Ayra star sold more

[@Kbfrm65]

@@cvlturecastGrammy has nothing to do with sales btw

[@didierngunza]

For what song?? 😂

[@cvlturecast]

Rush- Check the Spotify. Ayra has atleast 4 hit songs. Tyla has just water and the momentum is dying ngl @@didierngunza

[@Enkaybe]

And she did!❤😂

[@pumlakambule8297]

Tyla so Authentic and Relatable We are behind you. My fellow South African🇿🇦 🇿🇦 🇿🇦 Asaaambe❤❤❤

[@MTC12617]

ABSOLUTELY LOVE our homegirl!! She is SO authentic. I hope she never loses her accent and her vibe. Goooo Tyla 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦❤️❤️❤️

[@phemarketing]

🇿🇦we are so proud!

[@JosephIilonga]

Afrika is here for you baby girl. Keep winning. You inspiring so many youth here, especially women and girls in Africa.

[@ntombomzisitshomo6897]

I don't know how many interviews I have watched of Tyla. I just enjoy her sense of humor. SA is super proud❤❤❤.

[@vonamel_music]

such a great interview big boy you always ask good question i enjoyed the whole thing

[@kevinandilemediahouse]

A true South African 🇿🇦 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦❤️🥹🙏😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨❤️‍🔥 girl. Congratulations Tyla from South Africa to the world 🌍 🌎 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🥹❤️

[@cheryltee4095]

Now that was a good interview! Oprah- award winning interview! Good questions and sincere responses. I didnt want it to end. 🔥

[@user-ht8gh1xi4h]

Thank you BigBoy and Team

[@kevinry4n]

Tyla to the world 🐅🐅🐅 She is definitely the best female artist out there these days, her rise is insane and well deserved!!

[@annelineklaase5498]

Tyla is so sweet ❤

[@LumkaJwara]

I enjoyed this interview ❤

[@user-qm8bv4ko5w]

Tyla makes me feel so proud to be South African❤

[@tafadzwakabatebate-uy7ry]

She is frommmmm Africaaaaa that's why she is saying all those sounds, it's very normal to Africans when we are talking 😂😂😂😂

[@BaseDaKIDTheHARDCORECasual]

Beautiful person. In all aspects of the word.

[@Icey827]

She’s gorgeous! Her skin is flawless!

[@Patience_asore]

Great interview 😍

[@LiveBandPromos]

Awesome interview. South Africa 🔥🔥

[@LiahB]

Awh I love her ❤

[@TheKgabum]

Beautiful interview... she's so humble... i love that she's kept the accent well .. LOl ... Best of All luck Tyla 😊

[@spiritedsoulcollection]

South Africa has so much talent, they just need the opportunity to shine. Well done Tyla, stay humble, remember where your talents and gifts come from. I hope that your stylist consider other outfits. Don't allow those around you to influence you to wear outfits that don't do justice to your beautiful self. All the best with your Grammy nomination🙏. Greetings from Cape Town South Africa ❤🇿🇦.

[@dosageify]

Big up for keeping our accent🔥🔥🔥

[@user-wc2le6gx2h]

Awesome interview!