“It’s literally not real… I found out in the lobby” — 2026 Grammy Award winner Tyla breaks silence

South African singer Tyla has revealed the unexpected circumstances behind her 2026 Grammy Award victory, sharing the moment she found out she had won.

In a viral video circulating on social media, Tyla was asked by an interviewer how it felt to be a Grammy winner again.

She replied, “Guys, I keep saying the same thing, but it’s literally not real. The way I found out was actually insane.”

When asked for more details, Tyla explained, “Girl, I did not make it. I was like two minutes late. So, I found out in the lobby. But it was fun because everyone, all my people were there. So the gang was celebrating.”

Public Reactions

Her candid revelation has sparked intense discussions online, especially among fans of Nigerian superstar Davido, who lost in the same category despite arriving early with his wife and friends.

Social media users shared mixed reactions. Mars commented, “Lol she no even send the Grammies like that. Davido came early, brought his wife and all his friends, and still lost to her. These peeps are basically toiling with Davido for PR stunt.”

Trenda4niaja added, “Omo 😎. She was late by 2 minutes, still carried the Grammy home. Dey chill for lobby and hear say you don win? Na moments like this dey sweet well well for life and career.”

Some fans expressed disappointment over Davido’s loss. Life Code wrote, “Davido, who was there since day before yesterday, una no give am. Una carry am give who dey fix tiles, and she even came late.”

Others questioned the credibility of the win. Nwabueze tweeted, “Tyla, be honest here please. You were late because you were not expecting to win the prestigious award, but you were eventually rigged in as the winner.

“Our own Davido was robbed. None of your songs ever made it to the top Billboard last year. Now I know why the American President spoke against the Grammy awards last night.”

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