Since her debut in 2020, Ayra Starr has emerged as a powerhouse in Nigerian music, making waves globally. In 2023, she joined forces with award-winning EDM icon David Guetta and American rapper Lil Durk on the hit single ‘Big FU.’
In an insightful interview with Cool FM, David Guetta hailed Ayra Starr as a talented pop star and predicted that she has the potential to become the next Rihanna. Guetta shared the story of their collaboration, revealing that he encountered Ayra Starr during his annual recording camp in Los Angeles.
The collaborative track, which also features Lil Durk, has already amassed nearly 10 million streams on Spotify. Guetta explained that adding Lil Durk to the mix aimed at fostering a rich cultural cross-pollination, aligning with the global rise of Afrobeats.