South African artist Tyla's debut album reclassified from R&B to Best Pop Vocal Album for 67th Grammy Awards, sparking backlash and potential first African artist nomination.

South African artist Tyla's debut album has been reclassified by the Recording Academy from the R&B category to Best Pop Vocal Album for the 67th Annual Grammy Awards. This decision has provoked backlash on social media, with fans arguing that the album embodies R&B, Afrobeats, and Amapiano styles. If nominated, Tyla could become the first African artist in this pop category, competing against major artists like Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish.

October 21, 2024
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