Grammy winner Tyla celebrates "ART" Shorts challenge with fans and creators IRL
Mar 25, 2024 – [[read-time]] minute read
In the past week, Grammy Winning Amapiano Pop – R&B Global Sensation Tyla’s newest single “ART” from her self-titled debut album has already taken the internet by storm through her #FreshOutTheGallery Shorts challenge. On Friday, the South African sensation turned up the heat by hosting an in-person dance class in Brooklyn, NY led by choreographer Rob Bynes alongside dozens of YouTube Creators to bring the dance challenge to life. Serving up Tyla’s signature high-energy and fluid choreo, the class marked the official kickoff of #FreshOutTheGallery on Shorts and coincided with the “Water” phenomenon’s highly anticipated, self-titled debut album release.
Jacqueline Nwabueze, Maryam Adebisi and Marissa Hill @ Tyla x YouTube Shorts Dance Class in Brooklyn, NY on March 22 2024 - Photo Credit: Miguel McSongwe/BFA.com
"I’m still in awe that my music has been able to reach and connect to fans all around the world. I think ‘ART’ brings a whole new vibe to the table that people will have fun with. I love seeing everyone’s Shorts videos and how confident they feel when they dance to my music," Tyla humbly stated.
Samira Ahmed and Monet Mcmichael @ Tyla x YouTube Shorts Dance Class in Brooklyn, NY on March 22 2024 - Photo Credit: Miguel McSongwe/BFA.com
Over the last 12 months Tyla has amassed over 400 million views across YouTube and earned over 1.6 million subscribers on her Official Artist Channel. Her global smash “Water” reached the Weekly Top Songs charts on YouTube in over 30 markets, including the #1 spot in the United Kingdom and New Zealand, #2 in South Africa, #4 in Nigeria and #7 in the United States.
Through her innovative music and vibrant personality, Tyla holds the ability to push boundaries with each track she releases. With the Shorts challenge, music and dance lovers everywhere can channel the inspiring artist, while showcasing their own personal style – making each and every #FreshOutTheGallery video truly unique.
Show us your best dance moves! How to participate in the YouTube Shorts #FreshOutTheGallery challenge.
- To start, check out Tyla’s Shorts then head over to YouTube to create a Short of your own
- Head to YouTube, hit the ‘+’ sign followed by “Create a Short”
- Click “Add sound” and search for “ART”
- Hit the red circle to begin recording your video
- Record your own “ART” choreography and add the hashtag #FreshOutTheGallery as part of your caption
- Hit publish!
Tygers, show us your piece, your ART on Shorts #FreshOutTheGallery