Ayra Starr, an Afrobeats star from Nigeria, has had an explosive start to her music career. Smashing YouTube records in her home country, she released her critically acclaimed debut album, “19 And Dangerous,” at just 18 years of age. The record’s success marked Starr out as one of Africa’s most exciting new performers, fusing Afro-pop, R&B, trap and alté to create her signature sound.
Starr’s debut album, which earned her a Grammy nomination, contained chart-topping hits such as “Bloody Samaritan” and the viral sensation “Rush.” She has just released her second album, “The Year I Turned 21,” which has received rave reviews and praise from music industry professionals.
To celebrate the release of her latest album, Starr and her friends gathered to listen to it outside, followed by a trip to an amusement park to ride the rollercoasters. The excitement hasn’t stopped there, as Starr is set to perform on Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage on Saturday.
In a recent interview, Starr revealed her love for music started at a young age, singing along to MTV and joining the choir at age 10. She draws inspiration from Burna Boy, Wizkid and 2Face, but it was Rihanna who was her ultimate inspiration. In fact, Starr recently had a spiritual experience after meeting the pop icon who knew and loved her music.
Starr’s latest album sees her showcasing her musical talent and writing about personal experiences, including a love letter to herself and a tribute to her late father. With music that makes people feel good, Starr is bound to continue her rise to the top, following in the footsteps of her idols
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