Ayra Starr, whose real name is Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, is a Nigerian-born singer-songwriter and model who has rapidly become one of the rising stars of West African music. Born on June 14, 2002, in Cotonou, Bénin, Ayra Starr's talent was evident from a young age, leading her to pursue a career in music and fashion simultaneously. She shot to fame after being discovered by Nigerian record producer Don Jazzy, and subsequently signed with Mavin Records in 2020.
Ayra Starr's music blends elements of R&B, soul, and pop, delivered with a uniquely African flair that resonates with the continent's young, vibrant audience. Her eponymous EP, "Ayra Starr," released in January 2021, showcased her velvety vocals and songwriting prowess, earning her rapid acclaim. By the time she released her debut album, "19 & Dangerous," later that same year, Ayra Starr had already cemented her place in the African music scene as a formidable talent. With recent releases like "My Love," "Big FU," and "You're Hired," Ayra Starr continues to enchant listeners with her empowering lyrics, melodic sensibility, and the contemporary edge that makes her music universally relatable and distinctly modern.
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