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FULL LIST: Ayra Starr, Tyla Bag 4 MTV EMA 2024 Nominations

Oyinkansola Aderigbigbe, the famous Nigerian songstress, who is popularly known as Ayra Starr, has bagged four nominations for the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards.

The organisers released the nominees list on Wednesday.

Ayra Starr was nominated in the ‘Best African Act’, ‘Best Push’, ‘Best Afrobeats’ and ‘Best New Artist’ categories.

Other Nigerian musicians nominated for ‘Best Afrobeats’ award are Tems, Burna Boy, Asake and Rema.

Also, South Africa’s Tyla bagged four categories including ‘Best New’, ‘Best Afrobeats’, ‘Best African Act’ and ‘Best R&B’.

American singer, Taylor Swift bagged the most nominations in seven categories.

The 30th edition of the award show will take place on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at Manchester’s Co-op Live in UK.

See the full list below:

Best New Artist

Ayra Starr
Chappell Roan
LE SSERAFIM
Benson Boone
The Last Dinner Party
Teddy Swims
Tyla

Best Afrobeats

Asake
Burna Boy
Rema
Ayra Starr
Tems
Tyla

Best Push

Chappell Roan
Ayra Starr
Coco Jones
Flyana Boss
Laufey
LE SSERAFIM
Jessie Murph
Mark Ambor
Teddy Swims
Shaboozey
The Warning
Victoria Monét

Best R&B

SZA
Kehlani
Tinashe
Usher
Victoria Monét
Tyla

Best Song

Ariana Grande – ‘We Can’t Be Friends
Sabrina Carpenter – ‘Espresso’
Benson – ‘Beautiful Things’
Beyoncé – ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’
Chappell Roan – ‘Good Luck, Babe!’
Billie Eilish – ‘Birds of a Feather’

Best Video

Charli xcx – ‘360’

Ariana Grande – ‘We Can’t Be Friends
(Wait For Your Love)’
Eminem – ’Houdini’
Kendrick Lamar – ‘Not Like Us’
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – ‘Fortnight’
LISA ft. Rosalía – ‘New Woman’

Best Artist

Billie Eilish
Beyoncé
Post Malone
Sabrina Carpenter
Taylor Swift
RAYE

Best Collaboration

Future, Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar – ‘Like That’
Lady Gaga,Bruno Mars – ‘Die With A Smile’
LISA ft. Rosalía – ‘New Woman’
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – ‘Fortnight’
Peso Pluma, Anitta – ‘Bellakeo’

Best Pop

Billie Eilish
Ariana Grande
Camila Cabello
Charli xcx
Sabrina Carpenter
Dua Lipa
Taylor Swift
Ariana Grande

Best Rock

The Killers
Coldplay
Green Day
Lenny Kravitz
Kings of Leon
Liam Gallagher
Bon Jovi

Best Latin

Anitta
Bad Bunny
Karol G
Peso Pluma
Rauw Alejandro
Shakira

Best K-Pop

Stray Kids
Jung Kook
LE SSERAFIM
Jimin
Lisa
NewJeans

Best Alternative

Hozier
Imagine Dragons
Twenty One Pilots
Lana Del Rey
Yungblud
Fontaines D.C.

Best Electronic

Fred Again
David Guetta
DJ Snake
Disclosure
Swedish House Mafia
Calvin Harris

Best Hip-Hop

Travis Scott
Eminem
Megan Thee Stallion
Kendrick Lamar
Central Cee
Nicki Minaj

Best Live Performance

Coldplay
Adele
Doja Cat
Travis Scott
Taylor Swift
RAYE

Biggest Fans

Ariana Grande
Anitta
Beyoncé
Chappell Roan
Billie Eilish
Charli xcx
Lisa
Katy Perry
Nicki Minaj
Shawn Mendes
Sabrina Carpenter
Taylor Swift

Best African Act

Ayra Starr
Asake
DBN Gogo
TitoM & Yuppe
Tyla
Diamond Platnumz

Best Asian Act

Mahalini
Bini
Illit
Masdo
Sakurazaka46

Best Australian Act

Cyril
The Kid LAROI
Kylie Minogue
Sia
Troye Sivan
Confidence Man

Best Austrian Act

Christina Stürmer
Bilderbuch
Esther Graf
Wanda
Money Boy
RAF Camora

Best Brasillian Act

Jão
Matuê
Pabllo Vittar
Pedro Sampaio
Luisa Sonza

Best Canadian Act

Shawn Mendes
Kaytranada
Nelly Furtado
Tate McRae
AR Paisley

Best Caribbean Act

Luar la L
Eladio Carrion
YovngChimi
Myke Towers
Young Miko

Best Dutch Act

Claude
Mr. Belt & Wezol
Jonna Fraser
Son Mieux
Roxy Dekker

Best French Act

Dadju & Tayc
GIMS
Aya Nakamura
Pierre Garnier
Vitaa
Slimane

Best German Act

Luciano
AYLIVA
K.I.Z
Shirin David
Pashanim

Best Indian Act

Chirag Todi
Dee MC & EPR
Kamakshi Khanna
Hanumankind
Mali
Armaan Malik

Best Italian Act

Mahmood
Annalisa
Ghali
The Kolors
Angelina Mango

Best Israeli Act

Agam Buhbut
Anna Zak
Noa Kirel
Shahar Saul
Shahar Tavoch

Best Latin America Central Act

Beele
Blessd
Kapo
Manuel Turizo
Sofia Castro

Best Latin America North Act

Danna
El Malilla
Gabito Ballesteros
Natanael Cano
YeriMua

Best Latin America South Act

Dillom
Emilia
Luck Ra
Maria Becerra
Trueno

Best Nordic Act

Alesso
Girl in Red
Laufey
Swedish House Mafia
Zara Larsson

Best Polish Act

Daria Zawiałow
Kacperczyk
Kwiat Jabłoni
Pro8l3m
Zalewski

Best Portuguese Act

Bárbara Bandeira
Bárbara Tinoco
Dillaz
Ivandro
Slow J

Best Spanish Act

Mikel Izal
Ana Mena
Belén Aguilera
Lola Indigo
Dani Fernández

Best Swiss Act

Nemo
Benjamin Amaru
Faber
Priya Ragu
Stress

Best UK & Ireland Act

Chase & Status
Central Cee
Charli xcx
Dua Lipa
RAYE
Hozier

Best US Act

Sabrina Carpenter
Beyoncé
Kendrick Lamar
Taylor Swift
Ariana Grande

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Why I Love Rihana So Much – Ayra Starr

Oyinkansola Aderigbigbe, the Nigerian singer aka Ayra Starr, who is one of the two most streamed Nigerian artists globally on Spotify in 2024, has revealed how close she and superstar American singer, Rihanna are.

Speaking on Capital Xtra podcast the “Bloody Samaritan” crooner says she loves the way the American singer pronounces her Yoruba name “Oyinkansola” adding she pronounces so well even with her American accent.

“RIhanna knows me so well. She knows my movements, how I sing…” then the presenter interjected that he saw her (Starr) and Rihanna hanging out and asked what they were talking about.

Ayra Starr said, ”Yes, I can’t remember it all. I was just looking at her. You know people say you don’t meet your idols, I’m glad I met mine. It gave me so much affirmation and I just felt this is somebody I looked up to, before doing this, and now she knows me. She knows even my movements, how I sing because she loves music, she loves Afrobeats so much. She knows how to pronounce my name “Oyinkansola”. She knows how to pronounce it very well. I was wowed. I told her and she was like I knew. She’s a beautiful person. I love her so much.”

What was not revealed was whether a collaboration could be in the works but the Beninese-Nigerian singer has got the year off to a great start and topped the pack with her singles “Santa” and “Comma”.

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Ayra Starr, Tems Become Nigeria’s Most Streamed Musicians in 2024 – Spotify

Nigerian singers, Ayra Starr and Tems have been named as the most streamed Nigerian artists globally for the first half of 2024.
This is according to Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa.
He revealed the rankings during an announcement in Lagos.
The top 30 artists with the highest global streaming numbers were highlighted in Spotify’s Global Impact List for 2024, the News Agency of Nigeria first reported.
Ayra Starr and Rauw Alejandro’s “Santa” topped the list, while Ayra Starr’s “Comma” secured the second spot.
Tems’ “Love Me Jeje” followed closely in third place. Other notable tracks include Luciano and Omah Lay’s “Another Vibe” at fourth, and Savage and Burna Boy’s “Metro Boomin Just Like Me” in fifth. Tems and Tyla’s “No.1” came in sixth.
“Spotify has unveiled its Global Impact List in Nigeria, recognizing the top 30 Nigerian tracks with the most global impact during the first half of 2024,” Okumu said. “This list showcases Nigerian tracks that have garnered the most international listens from January 1 to June 30.”
 
Usher and Pheelz’s “Ruin” ranked seventh, Reis B and Tempoe’s “Pretty Girl” eighth, and TitoM, Yuppe, Burna Boy, and S.N.E’s “Tshwala Bam” ninth. Ayra Starr and Giveon’s “Last Heartbreak Song” took the tenth spot, followed by Victony’s “Everything” at the eleventh, and Aya Nakamura and Ayra Starr’s “Hype” at the twelfth. Tems and J. Cole’s “Free Fall” came in the thirteenth.
“Nigerian music, particularly Afrobeats, has captivated global audiences with its infectious rhythms, compelling storytelling, and innovative sound fusions,” Okumu noted. She noted its ability to transcend cultural and geographical boundaries as truly remarkable. At “Spotify, we are thrilled to witness and support the continued evolution of this vibrant scene.”
Okumu emphasized the significant presence of female artists, especially Ayra Starr and Tems, who are leading with top-ranking hits following their recent album releases. She also highlighted the prevalence of international collaborations, with eight of the top ten tracks featuring partnerships with global superstars.
These collaborations, ranging from Pheelz with Usher to Burna Boy with 21 Savage and Metro Boomin, underscore the cross-cultural appeal and growing global impact of Nigerian music.
Other prominent Nigerian artists include Usher and Burna Boy with “Coming Home” in the fourteenth and Ayra Starr and Seyi Vibez’s “Bad Vibes” in the fifteenth, among others.
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I’m Not Aware of Rivalry Between Asake, Seyi Vibez – Ayra Starr

Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr has reacted to alleged rivalry between her colleagues, Asake and Seyi Vibez.
According to Ayra Starr, she’s not aware of any such thing.

While Asake and Seyi Vibez have not had any public spat, there has always been a chill between their fanbases, especially on social media.

In a recent interview with The Beat FM Lagos, Ayra Starr was asked whether her decision to work with both men on her sophomore album, ‘The Year I Turned 21,’ was intentional because of their rivalry and she denied knowledge of the rivalry.
According to her, she decided to work with them because she loves their sonic prowess.
She said, “I didn’t put Asake and Seyi Vibez on my album because of their rivalry. I didn’t know about the rivalry between Asake and Seyi Vibez. I just love both of them as artists.
 
“I’m really big on sonics; what would sound good sonically. My team is always thinking of the business side but I’m just thinking of who would be sonically compatible with me. And I’ve been listening to Seyi Vibez’s ‘Different Pattern’ for a very long time. So I decided to work with him. When I sent the record to him, he sent his verse almost immediately. They were very quick with it. Asake, too, he sent me his verse in three days.”
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Ayra Starr Spark Reactions With Her Outfit At Her Private Album Listening Party

Nigerian singer/songwriter, Ayra Starr has sparked reactions online over her choice of outfit at her private album listening party on Wednesday, May 22.

The 21-year-old singer stepped out in a skimpy blue outfit that showed off her thigh, revealing too much skin.

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I Ate Yam, Eggs Almost Every Day For 2 Years – Ayra Starr

Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has talked about her love for fried yam and eggs.
She stated that she ate egg and yam almost every day for the past two years.
According to her, yam and eggs is her favourite meal.
She disclosed this in a recent interview with MTV.
“I love fried yam and eggs so much. When I like something I’m going to eat it till I’m sick of it. I’m not even joking. I’ve been eating yam and eggs almost every day for two years now and it still bang,” she said.
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Chris Brown Tours with Ayra Starr

American R&B artist Chris Brown has selected Grammy-nominated Nigerian singer Ayra Starr to tour with him in North America this year.

Based on information obtained, Brown’s “11:11” tour of the US and Canada will feature special guests Muni Long and the crooner of “Rush.”

Beginning on June 4 in Detriot, the 26-city tour will visit Chicago, New York, Toronto, Atlanta, Houston, and other cities before concluding on August 6 in Los Angeles.

Remember that Chris Brown has toured alongside Nigerian musicians like Davido and Wizkid in the past?

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I Have My Grammys Speech Ready – Ayra Starr

Grammy-nominated Nigerian singer, Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe aka Ayra Starr has revealed that her acceptance speech is ready.
She said it with the mind of winning Grammy this year. afte being nominated.
Recall that Ayra Starr’s song ‘Rush’ was nominated in the maiden Best African Music Performance category at the 66th Grammys.
In a recent interview with Cool FM Nigeria, the Mavin Records artist said she is set to receive the award despite stiff competition.
 
“I have my Grammys speech ready. It is quite long because it is the first African category. I already know my walk, my outfit,” Ayra Starr said.
She said the first thing she would do when she wins the award is to go to a Chinese restaurant and eat and then video call her mum.
The 66th Grammy Awards will be held on Sunday, February 4, 2024, in Los Angeles.
Ayra Starr’s ‘Rush’ will contest the maiden Best African Music Performance award with Davido’s ‘Unavailable’, Asake and Olamide’s ‘Amapiano’, Burna Boy’s ‘City Boys’ and Tyla’s ‘Water.’
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Asake, Ayra Starr, Davido Emerge Most Streamed Artists

Nigerian musicians have reached new milestones following the release of Spotify’s 2023 Wrapped data.
According to Spotify, YBNL/Empire signee Ahmed Ololade aka Asake emerged as the most streamed Nigerian artist for 2023.
Asake earned the coveted title of most streamed artist in three different countries, Nigeria, Ghana, and Togo, where he captivated audiences same way Afrobeats’ international success skyrocketed making the genre the most exported genre of the year.
Asake’s dominance continued in the Top 10 most streamed tracks, with three of his hits – Lonely At The Top, 2:30 and Amapiano making the cut. His reign extended to the Gen Z demographic, with Asake becoming the most streamed artist among Nigerian and Ghanaian Gen Z listeners. His song Lonely At The Top further cemented his popularity among Nigerian Gen Zs, topping the charts for their age group.
In the same vein, Grammy nominee and Mavin signee Ayra Starr clinched the title of the most streamed female artist in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda. Mercy Chinwo, a Nigerian gospel artist also secured a spot among the top 10 most streamed female artists in Nigeria, underscoring the enduring popularity and influence of gospel music.
 
“Nigeria is a hotbed of musical talent, and we’re incredibly proud to showcase the diversity and passion of Nigerian music lovers through Wrapped,” said Phiona Okumu, Spotify’s Head of Music, Sub-Saharan Africa. “This year’s Wrapped is a testament to the power of music to connect people and bring them closer to the culture and traditions of Nigeria.”
Also making the lists of most streamed artists in Nigeria are Burna Boy, Davido, Seyi Vibez, Omah Lay, Bnxn, Rema,ODUMODUBLVCK, Olamide, Wizkid, Tiwa Savage, Tems, Rihanna,
For most streamed albums in Nigeria, Daviod’s Timeless took the lead while others followed. Other albums that made the list include Work of Art by Asake, Boy Alone by Omah Lay, EZIOKWU by ODUMODUBLVCK, I Told Them by Burna Boy, Rave & Roses Ultra by Rema,
 Mr. Money With The Vibe by Asake, Sincerely, Benson by Bnxn, ‘Love, Damini’ by Burna Boy, and Unruly by Olamide.
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Ayra Starr Reportedly Blocks Sketch Artist Over A Portrait Made For Her

Nigerian singer and songwriter, Ayra Starr has reportedly hit the block button on a sketch artist for drawing an unattractive portrait of her.

A social media user identified as @Dami4reign on X (formerly Twitter) took to the platform to share a portrait of the singer that took him almost 24 -hours to complete.

“It took me 18hours 57secs to draw this Ayra Starr’s portrait.✍️🎨,” the artist wrote while sharing the art piece.

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Barely 24-hours after sharing the picture, Ayra Starr allegedly replied by blocking the artist on her social media page without a word.

Reacting to getting blocked by the female singer, Dami lamented the act as being ungrateful. He stated this while quoting a lyrics from one of the tracks on Burna Boy’s latest album, ‘I Told Them’.

“Is this the motherfxvking thanks I get?😭🤦🏼‍♂️,” he wrote.