Released in tandem with the deluxe edition of her self-titled studio album by FAX and Epic Records, it was initially teased at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards.

"Push 2 Start" impacted the rhythmic crossover frequencies on 29 October 2024, and it was serviced to the contemporary hit radio on 28 January 2025.

[3] Written by Tyla, Corey Marlon Lindsay-Keay, Sammy SoSo, James McCarthy and its producers, Ari PenSmith and Mocha Bands, it was released in tandem with the deluxe edition of her self-titled studio album with two other tracks on 11 October 2024, via FAX and Epic Records.

[12] Produced by Ari PenSmith, Rayo and Mocha, it was mixed by Leandro "Dro" Hidaldo and mastered by Colin Leonard.

[16] She explores issues of commitment and attraction in the song by using analogies related to cars as she sings, "pushing on my buttons with no hesitation, gas me up give me motivation".

[17] Her smooth vocal delivery in confidence received praise from critics, whom highlited her ability to merge lyrics and choreography.

[15] Tyla performed a medley of "Water" and "Push 2 Start" in Brooklyn Navy Yard, New York City on 15 October 2024, at the 2024 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show,[18][19] and again in Co-op Live, Manchester, United Kingdom on 10 November, at the 30th Annual MTV Europe Music Awards.

[27] With over 400 digital downloads, 4.2 million streams and 8.3 million radio spins on the week of 27 January 2025,[28] "Push 2 Start" debuted at number 88 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart,[29] making Tyla the second female African artist to bag multiple solo entries on the chart after South African recording artist, Miriam Makeba.

[59] Choreographed by Lee-ché,[12] the video is set at a car wash where Tyla and her dancers perform a choreography near a vibrant backdrop.