Nigeria: Ayra Starr Releases Highly Anticipated Album, 'Starrgirl'
[Capital FM] 2x GRAMMY-nominated, 3x MOBO Award-winning global Afrobeats superstar Ayra Starr has released her new album Starrgirl. Listen HERE - out now via Mavin Records/Republic Records.
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has unveiled her much-awaited album, Starrgirl, through her labels Mavin Records and Republic Records. The 16-track project serves as the perfect summer soundtrack, featuring collaborations with renowned artists such as ZAYN, Leon Thomas, and Wizkid, blending Afrobeats, R&B, and Pop genres. Starrgirl showcases Ayra's hypnotic allure and magnetism, transporting listeners to a new cosmic universe.
The album's lead single, "Where Do We Go," and the electrifying track "Tornado" have been staples of her recent performances. Ayra made her Tiny Desk debut during Black Music Month, premiering "Tornado" live for the first time. Additionally, she made her daytime television debut on The Jennifer Hudson Show, delivering a captivating rendition of "Where Do We Go." The latter single has garnered over 1.3 billion streams worldwide since its debut, followed by a high-energy remix with DJ and style icon Peggy Gou.
Starrgirl exemplifies Ayra's global impact, accumulating over 7 billion streams, 1 billion YouTube views, and collaborations across various genres. In 2025, Ayra Starr achieved a stellar year, breaking records, earning multiple Grammy nominations, MOBO Awards, MOBO Awards, and a BET Award. Her groundbreaking achievements solidify her position as a trailblazer for African artists, breaking barriers and setting new milestones in the music industry.
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