Tyla Pushes Back After Tiwa Savage’s “Apology to Americans” Sparks Reaction
South African singer Tyla has responded defiantly to remarks by Nigerian superstar Tiwa Savage, rejecting an apology Tiwa made on her behalf to American audiences. Tyla insisted she will not be sorry for her identity, particularly regarding her Blackness and cultural expression.
The controversy began when Tiwa Savage publicly apologized to U.S. audiences over comments perceived as offensive. In her response, Tyla countered that there is nothing wrong with being “coloured” or Black, stating that she is unapologetic for who she is.
Tyla’s stance underscores ongoing conversations in the music industry and public spaces about identity, cultural pride, and who gets to speak for whom, especially when African artists and international audiences collide in the global marketplace.