South African star Tyla is clearly not here for one-dimensional artistry. Just a year after her self-titled debut album and a whirlwind global breakout with “Water,” she’s switching gears again and this time with a tight, bold, and experimental EP titled We Wanna Party, released under FAX and Epic Records.
The 4-track project is short, but far from small. It’s playful, confident, and rhythm-heavy — giving us a version of Tyla that isn’t trying to prove anything, just enjoying her growth in real time. If Tyla the album was her formal debut, We Wanna Party is her pulling up to the function in silk and sunglasses, telling us she’s not only ready to party — she’s hosting it.
The EP in Four Tracks
1. Dynamite ft. Wizkid
This is the moment. “Dynamite” is smooth, slow, and sexy — the kind of track you want to put on repeat during a humid evening. Tyla and Wizkid deliver chemistry without doing too much. The beat doesn’t rush, the lyrics don’t beg, and the vibe is locked in. For fans of laid-back Afropop and effortless energy, this is gold.
2. Mr. Media
This track is Tyla at her cheekiest. She calls out gossip culture, online noise, and the obsession with image — all while sounding unbothered and fabulous. “Mr. Media” is fun and shady in the best way, with production that snaps and bounces like a digital catwalk. It’s a clapback, a wink, and a flex — all wrapped in one.
3. Is It
A more emotional, slowed-down moment. “Is It” has that late-night feel where the party fades and questions start rising. Tyla’s delivery is soft and vulnerable here, and the production gives space for that honesty. She doesn’t just sing — she questions, she hesitates, she wonders out loud. And we feel it.
4. Bliss
Ending the EP on a floaty, reflective note, “Bliss” lives up to its name. It’s dreamy and mellow, like the last scene in a coming-of-age movie. Tyla lets her vocals glide over airy production, giving us a gentle close that lingers after the beat fades. Not flashy — just beautifully calm.
The Sound & Mood
We Wanna Party isn’t trying to follow the same path as her debut album. Where Tyla was sleek and full of world-building, this Mixtape is more vibe-first, more experimental, and definitely less polished.
Why It Works
Tyla has always known how to balance softness with strength, and We Wanna Party proves it again. She’s giving attitude without arrogance. She’s calling out the media, teasing desire, showing some emotional depth — all within four tracks. It’s cohesive without being predictable.
And that Wizkid collab; Honestly, overdue because we all know Tyla is a big fan of Wizkid and has been looking forward to working with him. “Dynamite” feels like a natural meeting of two calm-but-commanding stars. No overproduction, no gimmicks — just quality.
My Rating 8.5/10
It’s short, stylish, and quietly bold — exactly what an artist in her position should be dropping right now. She’s not doing too much, but she’s doing just enough to remind us: the party’s not stopping anytime soon.