Pop star Tyla reveals how Water changed her life Tyla has reflected on how her life has changed in recent years. 1 May 2026 Tyla's life "flipped on its head" following the success of Water. Tyla has reflected on her rise to stardom The 24-year-old pop star released Water, her chart-topping single, in 2024, and Tyla admits that her life has not been the same since. Tyla told E! News: "That was insane. My life literally flipped on its head.