Ayra Starr has made a remarkable return to the Billboard charts with her project, “The Year I Turned 21.”
Ayra Starr’s album, The Year I Turned 21, has officially re-entered the Billboard World Albums chart at No. 25, reaffirming its impact and enduring appeal in global music markets.
This remarkable resurgence brings the album’s total time on the chart to 44 weeks, making it the second longest-charting album by a Nigerian female artist in Billboard history.
Originally released to critical acclaim, The Year I Turned 21 has been praised for its fusion of Afrobeats, R&B, and pop influences, paired with Starr’s emotive vocals and lyrical maturity.
The project not only cemented her position as one of Africa’s brightest musical exports but also expanded her reach to audiences across Europe, North America, and Asia.
This latest achievement comes at a time when Nigerian music continues to enjoy unprecedented global recognition, with Ayra Starr playing a significant role in the genre’s international expansion.
Her ability to remain relevant on major global charts underscores both her consistency and the widespread appeal of her sound.
With 44 weeks on the Billboard World Albums chart, The Year I Turned 21 trails only Tems’ Born in the Wild, which holds the top spot for the longest-charting album by a Nigerian female act.
