Ayra Starr

Ayra Starr

artist Nigeria

Ayra Starr is a Nigerian singer and songwriter who has made a significant impact on the global music scene. She gained fame with her self-titled EP in 2021, showcasing her unique blend of Afropop and R&B. With her recent historic win as the first woman in 16 years to win Best African Music Act at the 2025 MOBO Awards, she has solidified her status as a leading figure in African music.

Born on Jun 14, 2002 (22 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
191,035
Power
1,907$
Sentiment
8.78
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
France 1 8.00 0.06% +0% 65,273,511 38,083 $2,700,000 1,575$
Nigeria 1 9.00 0.05% +0% 206,139,589 109,126 $448,000 237$
Ghana 1 9.00 0.14% +0% 31,072,945 43,826 $67,000 94$
Totals 3 302,486,045 191,035 $3,215,000 1,906$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

Nigeria Nigeria: Ayra Starr is the youngest among the top ten, having surpassed 1 billion views since starting her channel in January 2021. 9

The Punch: Burna Boy, Wizkid Top Most Viewed Afrobeats Artists

Nigeria Nigeria: Ayra Starr has earned the prestigious Platinum Certification in the United Kingdom for her hit single 'Rush'. 9

The Punch: Ayra Starr clinches UK platinum certification for 'Rush'

Denmark Denmark: Ayra Starr is mentioned as a musician whose track 'Rush' the speaker is in love with. 9

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