Grammy-winning South African star Tyla has officially addressed the viral drama surrounding her hit single “Chanel” and claims from Yung Miami (Caresha Brownlee) that the song concept was taken from her unreleased track, “Take Me to Chanel.”
The dispute, which sparked heated debate across social media after Yung Miami claimed she previously played her version for the singer, has finally been clarified directly by Tyla.
Clearing up misconceptions about how the record came together, Tyla detailed the timeline of events leading up to the song’s release:
The Initial Listening Session: Tyla acknowledged that Caresha had indeed played her unreleased version, “Take Me to Chanel,” during a hangout session.
A Separate Pitch: Months later, an independent songwriter pitched a brand-new track simply titled “Chanel” directly to Tyla’s team, unaware of the prior unreleased demo.
Distinct Tracks: While both songs revolve around luxury fashion references, Tyla’s release features a distinct production style, melody, and refrain (“Put me in Chanel”).
“Caresha played her track for me, but months later a writer sent me ‘Chanel’ as a completely separate pitch. There was never any intention to copy or steal anyone’s work.”
While initial headlines created speculation of a rift between the two artists, Tyla’s clarification highlights the realities of how songwriters pitch tracks across the music industry. With both songs offering different vibes, fans can appreciate each artist’s unique spin on luxury lifestyle anthems.
