Tyla, Lira and TxC: South African stars eye Grammy glory with 2027 submissions
Tyla leads the Grammy submissions charge.
South African musicians Tyla, Lira, and TxC are boldly pursuing Grammy nominations for 2027. The Recording Academy's 69th Annual Grammy Awards race is heating up, and South Africa's diverse music scene is gaining global attention. While submission doesn't guarantee a spot, these artists are making strategic moves in the recording industry.
Tyla, a pop sensation, has submitted her album *A*Pop* and multiple tracks across over 10 categories. Her collaborations, including "Chanel," are vying for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Pop Solo Performance, and Best Music Video. Other tracks, like "That Girl" and "She Did It Again," are in contention for Best Pop Solo Performance and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, respectively. Dance-pop hits like "Kiss" and "Right Now" are up for Best Dance Pop Recording and Best R&B Song.
Lira, renowned for her soul, jazz, and contemporary pop fusion, is also making waves. Her collaboration with Chase Bell, "Do Me," is reportedly submitted for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance. Known for her distinctive blend of influences, Lira's entry adds to the growing list of South African artists aiming for Grammy recognition.
TxC, an Amapiano duo, is targeting Grammy glory with "Nakupenda." This track is entered for Best African Music Performance and Song of the Year, placing the duo's energetic dance sound in the broader Grammy conversation. South Africa's electronic music scene is also represented by reported submissions from DBN Gogo, Da Capo, and Ntwana_R, remixing Black Coffee and Monique Bingham's "Deep in the Bottom (of Africa)."
The path to Grammy glory is far from certain. The official Recording Academy calendar reveals that the first-round voting for nominations will occur from 12 to 22 October 2026. The final nominees will be announced on 16 November 2026, followed by the Grammy ceremony on 7 February 2027 in Los Angeles. As Tyla, Lira, TxC and their contemporaries eagerly await the November announcement, their submissions remain entries in the prestigious competition, not confirmed nominations.
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