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Recently, Ayra Starr, the famous Nigerian songstress, spoke up about her experiences navigating fame and the pressures of the music industry in an intimate conversation with American singer and actress Coco Jones.

In a chat produced by Rolling Stone, the two stars discussed the realities of being women in the limelight, shedding light on the often unseen challenges that come with their careers.

Reflecting on her journey, Ayra Starr opened up about the relentless demands of her work.

“I feel like it’s always a lot,” she admitted. “People only see about 1%, but for an artist, it takes a village. It takes so much to get things done right.”

She described the toll her hectic schedule takes, especially after a whirlwind year of performing. “I did so many shows last year… sometimes I disappear when it gets overwhelming,” she said, acknowledging her need to retreat and recharge.

Starr explained that despite her rising fame, she still lives with her family, which keeps her grounded.

“When I go back home, I’m still living with my family. My brothers might be making noise and playing video games, so the house is still very much full,” she noted, adding that being close to her loved ones helps her cope with the pressures of fame.

Emphasizing her connection to her roots, she revealed that she seeks out Nigerian food wherever she travels as it provides a sense of comfort and happiness.

Ayra also spoke about her creative journey, sharing how, despite the industry’s noise, she stays true to her artistic vision.

Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, the Afrobeats star, who is popularly known as Ayra Starr, has hinted at why she is still single.

The 22-year-old said she has very high standards for dating, which will be hard for any man to meet.

She said she was grateful that she didn’t start dating before hitting stardom.

Starr shared this in an interview with Coco Jones for Rolling Stone’s Musicians on Musicians issue.

“I’m so happy I wasn’t really dating before I started music. I didn’t really know what I was missing.

“So now that I waited this long to date people, I have very high standards. If it’s gonna be hard to meet it, it’s gonna be bye-bye. But also, I don’t have time for myself, talk less of a boy,” she said.

Grammy-nominated singer Ayra Starr has revealed that cooking Nigerian meals is a vital part of her life, especially while touring.

In an intimate conversation with fellow singer Coco Jones, Ayra Starr emphasised the importance of home-cooked meals in keeping her happy and centered.

According to her, Nigerian food is more than just sustenance; it’s a source of comfort.

She said she prioritises eating Nigerian meals wherever she is, often opting for serviced apartments with kitchen facilities to cook her own meals.

She said: “Sometimes I just want to eat my food, and sometimes I try to stay in serviced apartments whenever I can so that I can cook. I feel like that keeps me and centres me. So even if I’m tired from a shoe and it’s late, even if it’s 9, 10, or 11 p.m., cooking is relaxing for me.

“I also try to eat Nigerian food wherever I am because it keeps me happy. I be like, ‘I don’t want to eat burgers again. Are we eating burgers again?’ please.”

Ayra Starr also shared other ways she unwinds on tour, including watching TV shows and seeking support from loved ones.

“One thing I’m going to do when I’m on the road is to make sure to have a TV show so I can disappear for three minutes to watch it; I’d watch it on my phone.”

Nigerian singer/songwriter, Ayra Starr has revealed that she has never been in love.

In a recent talk with Dazed Magazine the “Woman Commando” crooner revealed that she would actually love to experience it.

Despite being called a “lover girl,” Ayra Starr, who appeared on the cover of the most recent issue of the British leisure magazine, said that she had never been in a committed relationship.

“I want to fall in love. I wrote ‘Lagos Love Story’ about what love would look like if I was. I am a lover girl deep in my heart, I’m just very strong headed about it. I actually have never been in love. I have been in certain situations – not situationships! – but I have never been in a fully committed relationship.”

“I’ve put myself out there and I’ve tried to see what’s there but I don’t think I’ve had the time. I’ve been working since I was 15, I was modelling, I was doing university, and now I’m on the road.

“It’s me just enjoying myself as a girl. I’m like, let me sing to a cute boy today and I’m looking around because I can – why not?”

Popular singer, Ayra Starr has reacted to the tragic murder of FUNAAB female student, Idowu Christianah.

A fellow student, Ayomide Adeleye, has been arrested in connection with the killing.

The incident has sparked widespread condemnation on social media.

Ayra Starr took to her X page to seek justice for Christianah while calling for an end to violence against women.

She stressed the need for change, stating that women deserve better treatment.

Ayra Starr’s statement reflects the growing concern and demand for action against gender-based violence.