About Tyler ICU
Born 1989. Tyler ICU is a South African record producer.
Austin Khulani Baloyi, professionally known under the alias of Tyler ICU, is a South African DJ and record producer born and raised in Kempton park, Gauteng. He rose to prominence subsequent to the release of "Mnike" which was certified platinum in South Africa, and peaked at number one for sixteen consecutive weeks on The Official South African Charts and Billboard South Africa songs.
Baloyi was introduced to the mainstream in 2020 when he put out his single "Bella Ciao" with Nicole Elocin alongside DJ Maphorisa and Kabza de Small which led an extended play Money Heist.
Awards and nominations
Tyler ICU was nominated for Best African Act at the 2023 MTV Europe Music Awards amid the success of "Mnike". Unfortunately on 19 October Paramount Global announced that the ceremony was canceled, due to the Gaza war.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Tyler ICU?
South African record producer
When was Tyler ICU born?
Tyler ICU was born on 3 January 1989 in Thembisa.
What is Tyler ICU's occupation?
Tyler ICU is a record producer.
What nationality is Tyler ICU?
Tyler ICU is South African.
Sources & further reading
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tyler ICU. https://biography.guide/tyler-icu/
MLA: "Tyler ICU." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/tyler-icu/.
Chicago: "Tyler ICU." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/tyler-icu/.
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