South African star Tyla slays at ‘The Governors Ball’ festival in New York City

The talented Tyla brought the house down at "The Governors Ball” music festival in New York City, delivering a high-energy performance that left the crowd breathless.

The festival, held at Flushing Meadows Corona Park, drew in music lovers from across the globe and Tyla’s set was undoubtedly one of the highlights.

The 23-year-old singer’s unique blend of Amapiano and R&B allowed her to effortlessly command the stage, working the crowd into a frenzy.

Tyla brought back her signature “Goddess” braids, along with her sass and charm. She was also eating up her look in her micro camouflage shorts and cow print calf-length boots.

Her setlist featured a mix of her popular top-charting tracks, including “Water”, “ART” and “Push 2 Start”. Her infectious energy was showing through the crowd who sang along in high spirits to every word.

The singer’s dynamic stage presence and captivating vocals had the audience entranced, making for an unforgettable experience. The festival kicked off with a bang on Friday, June 6, the day Tyla took to the stage, and it finished off on Sunday, June 8.

"The Governors Ball” music festival is a beloved annual event that celebrates music, art, and community. The festival brings together a diverse lineup of artists, food vendors, and activities for a fun-filled day of music. 

With its laid-back atmosphere and mix of genres, "The Governors Ball” has become a staple in the New York City music scene, attracting fans from far and wide.

This year’s event saw a mix of acts, including notable performances from artists like Olivia Rodrigo, the Creator, Hozier and RAYE, among others.

Additionally, Tyla’s original song “Everything Goes With Blue” from the “Smurfs” soundtrack is set to drop this Friday, June 13.

In May, the highly anticipated star-studded animated film was announced to hit theatres on Friday, July 18 with an epic soundtrack featuring songs from some of the biggest names in music such as Tyla, Rihanna and Cardi B.

The Grammy-award-winning superstar is also set to break barriers hosting the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award, which will take place on Saturday, June 21 at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California.