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Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has already achieved remarkable milestones in her music career, and her upcoming NFL half-time show promises to add another impressive achievement to her record. This weekend, the Nigerian artist is set to make history as the first African performer to headline an international NFL game. The event will take place in London, where the Philadelphia Eagles face off against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Speaking to BBC Newsbeat ahead of her groundbreaking performance, Starr emphasized the significance of the moment. She stated that her role in the event “itself is a message,” highlighting the broader cultural importance of her appearance on such a prestigious platform. This echoes a trend seen earlier this year, when Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny made headlines for being the first musician to deliver a Super Bowl half-time show entirely in Spanish, celebrating Latin American culture on one of the most-watched events on US television.
Starr underlined the responsibility artists have in representing their cultures, explaining that it is crucial for musicians to embrace opportunities like this one. “At the end of the day, as artists, we speak for the culture and we speak for the people that listen to us,” she said. She added, “And we have to represent any way that seems fit, that they need.” Her words reflect the importance of cultural representation on global stages.
While she kept details about the performance under wraps, Ayra Starr did confirm that her setlist will include songs from her recently released album, *Starrgirl*, which came out in August. She described the lead-up to the show as intense, sharing, “Sunday is gonna be amazing. I’m still in rehearsals. It’s a lot of work we’re putting in so I’m really excited.
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