Nigerian music sensation Ayra Starr is celebrating a monumental achievement this week.
She has become the first ever female artist from Nigeria to surpass a whopping 17 million monthly listeners on Spotify. This incredible feat marks a significant milestone not just for Ayra Starr’s career, but for Afrobeats music as a whole.
Ayra Starr, whose real name is Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, has been rapidly rising to fame since her debut in 2021. Her infectious blend of Afrobeats rhythms, soulful vocals, and relatable lyrics has resonated with audiences worldwide. Tracks like Bloody Samaritan and Rush have become anthems, topping charts and amassing millions of streams.
This record-breaking number of monthly listeners on Spotify solidifies Ayra Starr’s position as a force to be reckoned with in the global music scene. Her ability to break barriers and achieve such a feat is not only inspiring for young female artists in Nigeria but for aspiring musicians everywhere. Ayra Starr’s success on Spotify is sure to further propel Afrobeats into the mainstream, introducing new listeners to the vibrant sounds of Nigeria and beyond.
Ayra Starr surpasses 17 million monthly listeners on Spotify for the first time in her career.
She’s the first Nigerian female artist to hit the mark. 🤍🥷🏽 pic.twitter.com/fgA5eUe8ID
— Ayra Starr Charts (@ayracharts) April 25, 2024
