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Ayra Starr Set to Make Acting Debut

Afrobeats global sensation, Ayra Starr is set to make her acting debut.
The 22-year-old Grammy-nominated diva will be featuring in Prime Video’s original ‘Christmas In Lagos’.

The romantic comedy also stars Teniola A. Aladese, Shalom C. Obiago, Rayxia Ojo and Shaffy Bello, and Adekunle Gold.

It follows recently heartbroken Fiyin (Aladese), who’s convinced her best friend, Elo (Obiago), is the love of her life.
The movie was filmed in Lagos and directed by Jadesola Osiberu.
“For me, Ayra Starr represents what it means to be young and female and daring and brave and fearless – just being yourself. She was on the list from day one,” Osiberu told Variety.
Other musicians making cameos in the film include Wurld and Liya, while the soundtrack features songs from legendary musician, Sunny Ade, Afrobeats icons, Flavour and D’banj, and more.
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Ayra Starr Spotted With Rihanna At The Crop Over Festival In Barbados

Nigerian Afrobeats star, Ayra Starr was spotted with American singer, Rihanna in Barbados at the Crop Over Festival.

Photos from the carnival show both singers hanging out in the same carnival booth.

This comes just months after the two met at a Fenty Beauty show in London.

The Crop Over festival is a 3-month-long festival of Barbadian music, arts, food, culture, and more. Since its inception in 1974, it has become a yearly event aimed at attracting tourists to the island and keeping the local folk culture alive.

The festival usually kicks off in June and runs until the first Monday in August with a grand carnival parade known as Kadooment Day, considered the biggest Caribbean carnival.

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People Are Hungry, Tired – Ayra Starr Laments

Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has called out the federal government.
She lamented that Nigerians are really suffering.
The ‘Bloody Samaritan’ hitmaker said she isn’t bothered because most of her critics are depressed and battling poverty.
She added that worrying about what people say about her is a waste of time.

Speaking in a recent interview with Dose Society, Starr said: “What matters less? I think opinions and people’s perceptions of you doesn’t [matter].

“Trust me, people are living their lives. Everybody is busy. People are hungry. Stop caring and stop thinking what people are thinking about you. People are hungry, tired. Life is hard. Just do you.
 
“Sometimes, you’re there overthinking, ‘what does this person think about me?’ Then, they’re just like, ‘what’s gonna happen today? Am I gonna make it home?’
 
“There’s a lot happening in the world, and if you spend your time thinking about what people think about you, you’re just gonna waste time. Do you, find yourself. Be confident in yourself. Don’t care about the outcome. Just do. Don’t be afraid to fail. Fail as many times as you want to but when you get it right, you’re going to be so proud of yourself.”
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Rema Is My Closest Friend In Music Industry – Ayra Starr Reveals

Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, the famous Nigerian singer, who is popularly known as Ayra Starr, has expressed her admiration for her colleague, Rema.

She described him as her closest friend and “GOAT.”

The ‘Rush’ crooner explained that Rema inspires her so much.

Speaking in a recent interview with Munch Music, Starr said: “Out of all the famous people I know, who would I say is my closest friend? I would say somebody that keeps inspiring me. And he’s such a good friend of mine and a brother.

“I wouldn’t say mentor but he’s somebody that’s doing the same thing I’m doing but at the same time, he has been here before me. And he knows how to move and he keeps inspiring me. It’s Rema.

“Shoutout to Rema. That’s my GOAT. That’s my guy. That’s my friend.”

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What It Means To Be A ‘Sabi Girl’ – Ayra Starr

Nigerian pop star Ayra Starr has explained to her fans what a “sabi girl” is all about.
She spoke during an interview on MTV’s “Touching Base.”
Ayra Starr opened up about her life in the spotlight, her latest album “The Year I Turned 21” and the inspiration behind her music.
When asked about the essence of being a “sabi girl”, Ayra Starr defined it as embodying confidence, kindness, and intelligence.
She said: “To be a sabi girl is to be confident, kind, and smart. You have to have sense.”
However, Ayra Starr also shared the downsides of fame, revealing a recent encounter at the airport where she was asked for a selfie while her bag was being checked.
 
“My first reality check when I became famous was realising that there is no privacy, even when you want it to be private.
She added: “Something happened the other day, I was at the airport and they stopped me to check my bag and as they were checking one of the people there was like, ‘Can I take a selfie?’, and I looked at him with so much disappointment. I was like ‘Really? Sorry I just woke up’ and he was like ‘It doesn’t matter’ and I was like ‘please please please ‘ and he said ‘Why are you shouting Ayra Starr?’”
Despite the challenges, Ayra Starr said her 21st year has been a game-changer.
 
“The year I turned 21 was the year that I accepted that I’m just going to be me and I’m going to be audacious and I’m going to be that girl,” Ayra Starr said.
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Chris Brown Appreciates Ayra Starr Following Their Collaboration On His Tour

American singer/songwriter, Chris Brown is appreciating Nigerian Afrobeats star, Ayra Starr over their collaboration during his 11:11 tour.

It should be noted that Ayra Starr delivered an incredible performance during Chris Brown’s tour, mesmerizing fans with renditions of her popular songs.

Taking to his Snapchat, Chris Brown asserted that it was amazing working with Ayra Starr, sending love to her and her team while sharing a video of them sharing a passionate hug and chatting backstage.

He wrote: “Was amazing to have you with us on tour Ayra! Much love to you and your team ❤️”

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‘I Grew Up In Front Of Everyone’ – Singer, Ayra Starr

Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, the famous Afrobeats star, who is popularly known as Ayra Starr, has boasted about achieving stardom at a young age.

The singer said since she gained prominence with her eponymous debut EP and first full-length project ’19 & Dangerous’ in 2021, her music has been evolving.

She emphasised that she grew up in the spotlight.

Appearing on Visa’s ‘Music Talks,’ Ayra Starr said, “My first single blew up in Africa and I was overwhelmed. I got to grow up in front of everyone. We need to allow artistes grow and find themselves. So I don’t even know if this is my final form yet, but I don’t think there’s any such thing as a final form. I don’t think so.

“I think there’s eras and times and you just become better. This is the vibe now with Ayra Starr, it might not be there next year. It might be better, it might be bigger.”

On her global acceptance, Starr said, “Different people from different parts of the world love my music. My voice is kind of my sound. I bring the Afrobeats to every genre I enter.”

She disclosed that she recorded five songs during her first meeting with Don Jazzy, who later signed her to Mavin Records.

“I recorded five songs the first day I met Don Jazzy. Three of those ended up in my first EP,” she said.

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Nigerian Singer, Ayra Starr Explains Why She “Can’t Stand Straight”

Ayra Starr has responded to comments about her posture.

The singer is occasionally pictured with her butt pushed out.

She took to X to give a sarcastic explanation for this, writing: “Guys I actually can’t stand straight.

“it’s not my fault, My waist is bent from carrying afrobeats on my back this year.”

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Ayra Starr Reminds Me of Myself, She Deserves More Accolades – Tems

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems has spoken kindly of her junior colleague, Ayra Starr.
According to Tems, Ayra Starr deserves commendation because she’s hardworking.
The ‘Love Me Jeje’ crooner revealed that Starr reminds her of herself.
Speaking in a recent interview with NPR, Tems said Ayra Starr deserves more accolades.
“I would like to give flowers to this young girl called Ayra Starr. We met years ago. She reminds me so much of myself, she’s such a hardworking girl and she deserves some flowers,” Tems said.
She also hinted at a possible collaboration between them.
Recall that Rihanna expressed her desire to work with the duo during her meeting with Ayra Starr at the Authentic Woman event in the UK.
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Ayra Starr Becomes First Female Nigerian Artiste to Debut on Billboard 200 Album Chart

Ayra Starr has become the first Nigerian female artist to grace the U.S. Billboard 200 Album chart.
The singer made history with her sophomore album, ‘The Year I Turned 21’ which debuted at No. 195 on Monday.
“Debuts on this week’s #Billboard200:
No. 2, @ATEEZofficial Golden Hour : Part.1 (EP)
No. 5, @ShaboozeysJeans Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going
No. 17, @themarias Submarine
No. 102, @crowdermusic The Exile
No. 169, @carinleonofi Boca Chueca, Vol. 1
No. 195, @ayrastarr The Year I Turned 21,” Billboard charts tweeted.
The album is also the first project by a female Nigerian artist to debut on the UK Official Album chart.

It debuted at N0. 80 in the UK and N0. 72 in France.

Burna Boy’s ‘Love, Damini’ which reached NO. 14 remains the highest-peaking Nigerian album in the U.S. it’s also the first Nigerian album to top the UK album chart.

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