The South African artist Tyla is reinforcing her status as an emerging force in international music. Her new track, CHANEL, has reportedly achieved the milestone of100,000 units sold in the United States within its first month—a significant indicator of her growing presence and appeal in the mainstream music scene.
Released on 24 October 2025 under FAX/Epic Records, “CHANEL” has connected well with audiences, featuring catchy melodies and dance-oriented rhythms that project a tone of confidence and aspiration. This single follows a series of successful releases by Tyla and, for many of her supporters, “CHANEL” marks a pivotal moment in her developing sound and international goals. (Wikipedia)
A key factor in the success of “CHANEL” is its broad viral appeal. The song has sparked a dance challenge that is gaining traction on social media, enhancing audience engagement across various platforms and attracting new fans to Tyla’s music. (TimesLIVE)
Additionally, the metrics highlight its impact. During its initial week on U.S. charts (October 24–30), “CHANEL” accumulated over2.1 million streams and digital sales, allowing it to achieve#1 on the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart. This marks Tyla’s third song to top the U.S. charts, following her hits “Water” and “Push 2 Start.” (RTTNews)
On streaming platforms, “CHANEL” has quickly become her most popular song. It has reportedly gathered over 30 million streams on Spotify since its release, making it Tyla’s fastest-growing track to date. (TimesLIVE)
Tyla’s rise with “CHANEL” goes beyond personal achievement—it signifies a broader recognition for South African and African music, illustrating how genres such as Amapiano and Afrobeats are gaining prominence in global playlists and shaping contemporary pop culture. As “CHANEL” continues to ascend in the charts and accumulate streams, it is evident that Tyla is establishing a significant legacy in the music industry.
Tyla’s “CHANEL” has now sold over 100,000 units in the US. pic.twitter.com/vKJvrjk9r5
— Tyla Charts (@chartstyla) December 6, 2025
