Ayra Starr’s sophomore album, ‘The Year I Turned 21,’ has joined the elite list of the most streamed Nigerian projects in history on Spotify.
In a landmark achievement for Nigerian music, Ayra Starr’s sophomore album, The Year I Turned 21, has officially become the fifth most-streamed Nigerian project of all time on Spotify. The album has garnered over 994 million streams, surpassing Wizkid’s Made in Lagos: Deluxe Edition, which currently stands at 993.6 million streams.
This milestone cements Ayra Starr’s position as one of the most influential and globally resonant voices in Afrobeats today. Released in 2024, The Year I Turned 21 showcases Ayra’s growth as an artist, with a blend of vibrant Afro-pop rhythms, introspective lyrics, and genre-defying sounds. The project has been praised for its sonic cohesion and maturity, marking a defining moment in the singer’s career.
The album features standout tracks such as “Commas,” “Rhythm & Blues,” and “21,” all of which have contributed significantly to its streaming success. In addition to commercial acclaim, The Year I Turned 21 has received widespread critical praise for its depth, vulnerability, and cultural relevance.
Ayra Starr’s rise reflects the continued global expansion of Nigerian music. Surpassing a landmark album like Made in Lagos: Deluxe Edition, which includes internationally recognised hits like “Essence” and “Mood,” signals a generational shift in the industry.
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