Music world rocked as Nigerian star admits South African singer’s win was deserved, igniting reactions from fans and artistes alike.
In a major twist to the ongoing Grammy debate, Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Joeboy has dropped a bombshell — openly stating that South African hitmaker Tyla deserved her Grammy win, even ahead of several heavyweight Nigerian performers.
Tyla’s victory in the Best African Music Performance category at the 2026 Grammy Awards stirred controversy when she beat out popular Nigerian artists including Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, and Omah Lay.
Despite earlier public disappointment from some fans and music commentators, Joeboy told a popular radio show that the South African star earned her accolade through sheer talent and hard work. “I was personally rooting for Davido,” Joeboy admitted, but emphasized: “You can’t take it away from Tyla — she’s an amazing artist… she really put in the work.”
His comments add a fresh twist to the debate dominating social media and entertainment circles, where many questioned whether Nigerian stars should have walked away with the Grammy honor.
Not stopping there, Joeboy even revealed that he’d like to collaborate with Tyla in the future — a sign that respect and admiration transcend competitive rivalry within African music.
The outspoken admission from one of Nigeria’s own elevates the conversation beyond fan loyalty to spotlight artistic merit — and could mark a turning point in conversations about African music’s global recognition.
Stay tuned as the music community continues to react to this explosive endorsement and what it means for African artists on the world stage.
