Tyla releases Bliss, her first solo single since the deluxe edition of her self-titled debut album in October 2024. Dropped on May 9, 2025, under FAX Records and Epic Records, the track is produced by NOVA WAV, Sir Nolan, and Sir Dylan. Serving as the lead single for her upcoming sophomore album, Bliss introduces a refined sound while staying true to her Afro-pop roots.
The song intertwines R&B’s emotional depth with amapiano’s euphoric undertones, creating a rich, melodic soundscape. Tyla’s lyrics express an intense longing for connection, with lines like “I don’t wanna be in the world without you / Baby, I don’t wanna let out my sight.” The chorus, “You take me to bliss / Never felt a love like this / Never found it, never found it,” captures the overwhelming joy of love. Her vocals glide effortlessly, reinforcing the song’s theme of transcendence.
The track’s ethereal vibe is amplified by its visual rollout, featuring Tyla with angelic wings—a motif first teased on April 29. The imagery aligns with the song’s message, emphasizing love’s ability to elevate and transform. The single’s buildup included a Coachella performance on April 18, where Tyla debuted the track to an electrified crowd. A pre-save campaign further fueled anticipation, with fans calling it a “summer vibe” and praising its infectious energy.
Beyond music, Bliss ties into Tyla’s Erewhon smoothie, Bliss by Tyla, with proceeds supporting 18twenty8, a South African non-profit empowering young women. This initiative highlights her commitment to social impact, reinforcing her influence beyond the industry. The song’s release follows her global breakout with Water in 2023 and recent collaborations like Show Me Love with WizTheMc, which reached No. 11 on Billboard Global Excl. US.
With Bliss, Tyla continues to blend her Johannesburg roots with global appeal, delivering a track that feels deeply personal yet universally resonant. The single sets the stage for her next chapter, hinting at a more expansive sonic direction while maintaining her signature style.
Produced by NOVA WAV, Sir Nolan & Sir Dylan
May 9, 2025
1 Song, 2 minutes
℗ 2025 FAX Records, under exclusive license to Epic Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment
Lyrics
[Verse 1]
I don’t wanna be in the world without you
Baby, I don’t wanna let you out my sight
I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna ever break away from you
Or the light might go away, I need you in my life
[Refrain]
Let my smile bring you peace of mind
Burnin’ desire when you
Throw your arms all around me
Need to feel all your passion
You and I create magic
I discovered wholeness
When you look me in my eyes
I see further than hindsight
[Pre-Chorus]
Take me out my mind (Oh, oh)
Take me out my mind (Oh, oh)
[Chorus]
You take me to bliss
Never felt a love like this
Never found it, never found it
You take me to bliss
Never felt a love like this
Never found it, never found it
[Verse 2]
Lovely paradise
You’re the Coke to my Hennessy
Every turn leads you back to me (Yeah)
[Refrain]
Burnin’ desire when you
Throw your arms all around me
Need to feel all your passion
You and I create magic
I discovered wholeness
When you look me in my eyes
I see further than hindsight
[Pre-Chorus]
Take me out my mind (Oh, oh)
Take me out my mind (Oh, oh)
[Chorus]
You take me to bliss
Never felt a love like this
Never found it, never found it
You take me to bliss
Never felt a love like this
Never found it, never found it
[Outro]
Lovely paradise
(You take me to bliss) I don’t wanna be in the world without you
(Never felt a love like this) Baby, I don’t wanna let out my sight (Never found it, never found it, yeah)
I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna break away from you (You take me to bliss)
Or the light might go away (Never felt a love like this)
I need you in my life (Never found it, never found it)
