Tyla Crowned Best Afrobeats Artist at MTV VMAs 2025, Turns Heads on Red Carpet

The 22-year-old Afrobeats sensation, Tyla, was crowned Best Afrobeats Artist at the MTV VMAs 2025, marking another major milestone in her breakout year. But the music wasn’t the only thing getting fans talking as Tyla also scooped the (unofficial) award for the teeniest dress on the red carpet, sparking a flood of comments and memes online.

Wearing a bold, barely-there metallic mini dress, Tyla struck the perfect note between fashion and statement  blending global pop star energy with a fearless sense of style. Her outfit quickly went viral, with fans and fashion critics alike praising her confidence and creativity.

Her win is no surprise. With her chart-topping single Water hitting over 800 million streams, multiple TikTok dance trends, and high-profile performances worldwide, Tyla has cemented her place as one of Africa’s brightest musical exports.

Climbing the ranks from TikTok sensation to international superstar, Tyla continues to ride the wave of success following the massive popularity of her chart-dominating hit Water. Her VMAs win solidifies her status as a leading voice in Afrobeats and one of the genre’s most promising future icons.

As the award show’s spotlight hit the stage, Tyla’s acceptance speech was as short and sweet as her dress. “Thank you to my fans, my team, and everyone supporting African music,” she said, raising her trophy with a dazzling smile.

Tyla didn’t just make music history but she made fashion headlines too. With her unstoppable talent and fearless image, this Afrobeats queen continues to hit all the right high notes.