Tyla Secures Her Third No. 1 on US Afrobeats Chart

South African sensation Tyla secures the US Afrobeats number one spot for the third time with her latest single, “Chanel,” a feat highlighting her rapid global ascent. Billboard confirmed her track reached the summit of the U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart this week.

Tyla now ranks not only as a chart-topper; her latest track has successfully knocked songs like MOLIY, Silent Addy, Skillibeng, and Shenseea’s “Shake It to the Max (Fly)” from No. 1 on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart.

Chanel’s journey to the top featured about 2.1 million official streams, debuting at No. 1 on the U.K.’s Official Afrobeats Chart. and No. 5 viral on the World Digital Song Sales chart. The song reflected Tyla’s blend of amapiano rhythms, Afrobeats energy, and pop sensibility.

This milestone carries broader significance for African artists and the Afrobeats genre. Tyla’s success suggests the genre can now compete on U.S. charts beyond niche or diaspora markets.

In addition, Tyla celebrated the success with gratitude and focus on longevity. She said that claiming her 15th Top 10 on the chart only motivates her to sustain growth and support other African talent. Tyla emphasized that the victory of her charting songs is not the end but a stepping-stone toward further innovation.

Similarly, colleagues and collaborators praised her achievement. African music veterans said the moment validates years of groundwork. They believe her win will open doors for more African female artists in the U.S. mainstream.

In conclusion, as Tyla secures her third No. 1 spot on the US Afrobeats chart, she writes a new chapter in African pop success. The coming months will test whether she can convert this moment into enduring growth, global tours, and sustained influence. For now, her victory shines brightly, and the Afrobeats wave continues to build momentum.

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