South African sensation Tyla has added another milestone to her meteoric rise, with her global hit “Water” ranked 135th on Rolling Stone’s list of the “250 Greatest Songs of the 21st Century.” This prestigious honor celebrates the track’s fresh and captivating fusion of breathy vocals with the signature log-drum beats of amapiano, a sound Tyla has championed. The publication praised this seamless blend of South African rhythm and universal pop appeal, calling it one of the freshest sounds of the decade. This accolade follows an incredible journey for the track, which skyrocketed from a TikTok dance challenge to a Grammy-winning, Billboard chart-topping phenomenon. Its inclusion on this definitive list proves that “Water” is a true cultural milestone, firmly placing the vibrant “popiano” wave on the global music map.
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