Singer Tyla Addresses Dating Rumors with Rema: Confirms They’re Just Friends
South African songstress Tyla Laura Seethal, popularly known as Tyla, has spoken out regarding swirling speculations that she’s romantically involved with Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema.
In an episode of the ‘We Need To Talk’ podcast, the ‘Water’ singer clarified the nature of her relationship with Rema, affirming that they are simply friends. She shed light on a viral picture that sparked dating rumours, explaining it was taken after attending one of the Afrobeats star’s concerts.
Tyla elaborated, stating, “We [Rema and I] are just friends. I went to his show and he happened to hold my hand. And obviously, people will always interpret it the way they do. He is not my boyfriend. He’s not my man.”
The clarification follows Tyla’s recent mention of Rema in an interview with Apple Music, where she expressed her admiration for him, referring to him as the celebrity she would love to take as a prom date.
Amidst ongoing speculation, Tyla’s clarification on the podcast episode provides insights into the true nature of her relationship with Rema, dispelling the romantic rumours and affirming their bond as strictly friendly.
