South African talented musician Tyla made history at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards by winning the Best Afrobeats category with her hit single “Push 2 Start”. This marks her second consecutive win in the category, following her 2024 triumph with “Water”. The South African sensation beat out Nigerian heavyweights like Burna Boy, Rema, Asake, Tems, and Wizkid, solidifying her position as a global music powerhouse.
Other Winners at the VMAs were:
Artist of the Year: Lady Gaga
Video of the Year: Ariana Grande for “Brighter Days Ahead”
Best Collaboration: Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars for “Die With a Smile”
Best K-Pop: Lisa ft. Doja Cat & Raye for “Born Again”
Notable Performances: Mariah Carey, Busta Rhymes, and Ricky Martin were honored with special career awards and took the stage for unforgettable performances.
