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Yung Miami vs Tyla: Accusations of Song Theft over 'Chanel' Heat Up

Yung Miami claims she shared her unreleased song before Tyla announced a single with a similar title, sparking debates on originality and artistic inspiration on social media.

  • Earlier this week American rapper Yung Miami accused South African singer Tyla of stealing the concept for an upcoming single titled Chanel.
  • Yung Miami said `I played her the song!` and posted on X that someone had `ran off` with her track, later hinting `Take me to Chanel > put me in Chanel`.
  • In South Africa, Tyla's fans rallied to her defense earlier this week, noting her song Chanel features distinctive amapiano and Afrobeats styles.
  • Industry watchers say the dispute may boost anticipation for the upcoming release, and Tyla continues to position herself as one of South Africa's most successful music exports.
  • Amid debates about originality, fans defended Tyla, noting her song's similarities to Chanel and her announcement of a similarly themed single, as reported by Hot New Hip Hop.
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TMZ broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Thursday, October 16, 2025.
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