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Cardi B Defends Tyla Amid Controversial Identity Backlash

8/15/2025

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Cardi B defended South African singer Tyla during an X Spaces session, addressing online criticism she faces.
Cardi highlighted the negativity directed at celebrities, particularly concerning Tyla's situation.
The backlash arose from a TikTok where Tyla identified as a "Coloured South African," a term with varied meanings.
Tyla clarified her identity as both "Coloured" and a Black woman, recognizing the term's different interpretations.
Despite the controversy, Tyla continues to focus on her music, with a new EP and an upcoming album.

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Cardi B defended South African singer Tyla during an X Spaces session, addressing online criticism she faces.
Cardi highlighted the negativity directed at celebrities, particularly concerning Tyla's situation.
The backlash arose from a TikTok where Tyla identified as a "Coloured South African," a term with varied meanings.
Tyla clarified her identity as both "Coloured" and a Black woman, recognizing the term's different interpretations.
Despite the controversy, Tyla continues to focus on her music, with a new EP and an upcoming album.