Two of Africa’s most powerful female voices—Ghanaian-American singer MOLIY and South Africa’s Tyla—have joined forces on a brand-new single that’s already making global noise.
The track, titled “Body Go,” is an intoxicating blend of Afrobeats, R&B, Pop, and Amapiano—a sound designed for the dance floor but anchored in the celebration of African rhythm and womanhood.
Produced by FRNCH and Grammy-winner DEE/MA, the song pulses with the energy of a girls’ night out that could take place anywhere—from Accra to Johannesburg, Lagos to Nairobi.
“When I was done recording the song, I just knew it needed ‘another baddie,’” MOLIY said with a laugh. “Tyla came to mind immediately. She brought that sparkle.”
Tyla, the Grammy-winning star behind the worldwide smash “Water,” didn’t hesitate.
“I remember hearing ‘Body Go’ for the first time and thinking, ‘Yeah, I need to be on this,’” she recalled. “It’s playful and light—it feels like being outside with your girls, just moving, just living.”
The two artists, both long-time admirers of each other’s work, first met in New York City, where their instant chemistry sealed the collaboration. The result is a breezy, confident record that pushes African music deeper into the global mainstream.
A Global Hitmaker Returns
For MOLIY, “Body Go” follows the runaway success of her viral hit “Shake It to the Max – FLY [Remix],” which dominated charts worldwide. The record earned over one billion streams, topped Billboard’s U.S. Afrobeats Songs Chart for 22 consecutive weeks, and secured MTV VMA nominations for both Best Afrobeats and Song of the Summer.
Her performance at the BET Awards also made her the first Ghanaian artist to take that stage—another milestone in her fast-rising career.
Bridging Sounds and Generations
MOLIY’s rise has been marked by fearless genre-blending. Her earlier breakout, “Sad Girlz Luv Money” with Amaarae (later remixed with Kali Uchis), introduced her to global audiences. She’s since worked with artists like Sean Paul, Chlöe Bailey, and SadBoi, carving out a sound that feels both proudly African and unmistakably modern.
Tyla, meanwhile, continues to redefine amapiano-infused pop for a global audience. Her debut album, Tyla, has crossed one billion Spotify streams, and her chart-topping single “Water” remains one of the most successful African pop records in history.
“Body Go” is more than a club hit—it’s a statement of confidence, joy, and unity. For both artists, it represents a new era of collaboration among Africa’s female stars—one that’s grounded in mutual respect and a shared vision of global reach without losing homegrown identity.
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