‘I’ll never get used to this’ – Tyla shuts down Gold Reef City for her fans
Tyla gave her hometown fans a day packed with music, colour and surprises.
On Sunday, 16 August, South African pop sensation Tyla hosted an exclusive fan appreciation day at Gold Reef City in Johannesburg. The sold-out event celebrated her sophomore album, A*POP, with her devoted fans, known as Tygers. Transforming the theme park into an A*POP playground, Tyla introduced colorful face painting, a neon photography room, and merchandise activations to create an immersive experience for attendees.
Tyla, who generously distributed 1,000 tickets through Instagram and TikTok challenges featuring music from A*POP, captivated the enthusiastic crowd with her performance. The Edenvale-born singer serenaded the audience with hits like "That Girl" and "Push to Start," while choreographer Lee-ché Janecke, also recognized for her work with Tyla and DJ Uncle Waffle, added to the entertainment.
The two-time Grammy winner expressed her awe at the massive turnout, stating she will never get used to such an enormous crowd of screaming fans.
The event attracted Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille and 200 tourism and hospitality students, who received food vouchers and goodie bags to mark their attendance. As Tyla gears up for an extensive international tour, the Johannesburg takeover highlighted the singer's appreciation for her South African roots and the support from fans.
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