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Tyla's "Water"
South African singer Tyla, gained international attention posting a back to camera dance on her TikTok account. Performing her song "Water" at live performances, users reposted videos of themselves dancing the choreography. This became known as a "#waterdancechallenge", and caught the Recording Academy's attention to give a Grammy nomination in a new category! Later making a "Water" music video and invited on TV shows, this single has streamed high expectations! Learn Tyla's background, music impact, and current accomplishments.
"Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena
"Water" - live performances
The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon
The Voice (U.S. Season 25 Finale)
New Years Rockin' Eve
Genius.com Interview
Rolling Stone - The Breakdown
Jennifer Hudson Show
#WaterDanceChallenge montage
Song Influences:
"Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)" - C+C Music Factory (1990-1991)
"Lose My Breath" - Destiny's Child (2005)
"Rock The Boat" - Aaliyah (2001)
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