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Ayra Starr Praises Wizkid as Living Legend, Reveals Lessons Learned from Working with Him

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At the Grammy Museum event, Ayra Starr shared her admiration for Wizkid, calling him a living legend and reflecting on the lessons she has learned from working with him. She recounted her first time collaborating with the Afrobeats superstar, admitting she was overwhelmed and in awe of his presence: “Wizkid is a legend. We all know that. Look how far we’ve come. He’s a legend. He’s a living legend.” By their second collaboration, Ayra noticed a different side of him—calm, composed, and confident. She explained how his demeanor taught her that true confidence isn’t loud, it’s quiet and assured: “He was so cool, so calm, so relaxed. He made me understand that confidence is not noise. He’s very present and confident in his mission in life, and that taught me a lot.” Her reflections highlighted the mutual respect between the two artists and the inspiration she draws from Wizkid’s approach to music and life, further strengthening her journey in the Afrobeats scene. "Wiz is a legend, we all know that! He’s a living legend. He made me understand that confidence is not noise, he’s just very calm as a human being, very present and confident in his mission in this life, and that made me learn a lot.” – Ayra Starr. pic.twitter.com/UpwGiDipev — Wizkid Source (@WizkidSource) December 17, 2025

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Ayra Starr Shares Struggles With Loneliness And Harsh Winter After Relocating To New York

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Ayra Starr has opened up about the challenges she’s faced since moving from Lagos to New York. In a Substack post, the singer described struggling with loneliness and the harsh winter, calling her apartment “almost-empty” and the city itself “a walk-in freezer.” She admitted to moments of doubt and even regretted missing out on Detty December back in Nigeria. Starr also reflected on feeling detached from others, describing it as her “nobody gets me era,” where she no longer feels the need to prove herself. She wrote: “It’s so cold it feels like the city is actively trying to unalive my motivation. It’s the kind of cold that makes you realize happiness was just a summer hallucination, and I can’t stop the tiny voice at the back of my mind sarcastically saying, ‘Who sent you work?’”

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Rema Playfully Shades Ayra Starr Over Move from Lagos to New York

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Rema has jokingly shaded fellow singer Ayra Starr following her move from Lagos to New York. He shared a photo of the singer on social media with the caption: “Love ur neighbor as yourself but once money land you change neighborhood. No wam.” The playful dig comes as Ayra Starr settles into her new life abroad, with fans reacting to Rema’s humorous commentary on how success can change one’s surroundings.

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Ayra Starr Relocates to New York City, Says City Feels Like Home

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Ayra Starr has confirmed her move to New York City, describing it as a strategic step to boost her global music career. The 23-year-old singer has been living in the U.S. city for less than two months, citing its vibrant energy and large African community as key reasons for the relocation. In an interview, Ayra Starr explained that New York’s atmosphere closely mirrors her hometown of Lagos, making the transition smooth. “New York reminds me so much of Lagos. So it feels like home. There are a lot of Nigerians here. There’s a huge African diaspora here, so it feels like home,” she said, highlighting the comfort she finds in the city’s familiar cultural rhythm and dynamic pace.

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Grammys Nominated Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr, Wizkid Among Nigerians Artists 2026

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Nigerian artists continue to shine on the global music stage with several nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards. Burna Boy is nominated in the Best African Music Performance category for his hit song Love. Davido, alongside Omah Lay, also received a nod in the same category for their collaboration With You. Ayra Starr, featuring Wizkid, earned a nomination for Gimme Dat, highlighting the international reach of Nigerian music. The nominations reflect the growing influence of Nigerian artists in shaping contemporary music, with Afrobeat and collaborations with global stars increasingly recognized at major award platforms like the Grammys.

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Ayra Starr And Her Mum Go Viral For Playful Photoshoot And Striking Resemblance

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Ayra Starr has captured the internet’s attention with a sweet and playful video featuring her mother, showing off their beautiful bond and uncanny resemblance. In the viral clip, the singer is seen snapping photos of her mum, who confidently mimics her celebrity poses with flair. Ayra jokingly says, “Mummy, you’re stealing my pose,” as both share laughter while striking nearly identical stances. Fans have flooded the comments with admiration, calling Ayra’s mum “a stunner” and noting that the singer clearly got her good looks and confidence from her.

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Ayra Starr Crowned Biggest Female Afrobeats Artist by Spotify

Ayra Starr Crowned Biggest Female Afrobeats Artist by Spotify

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Global streaming platform Spotify has unveiled its latest rankings of the Top 5 Female Afrobeats Artists of the Last 12 Months, naming Nigerian sensation Ayra Starr as the leading act on the list. Dubbed “the pop star of Afrobeats” by Spotify, Ayra Starr continues her meteoric rise in the global music scene, securing the top position thanks to her consistent streaming numbers, chart-topping hits, and growing international presence. Tems, another Nigerian powerhouse and Grammy Award winner, claimed the second spot, while American-Cameroonian singer Libianca came in third. Malian-French artist Aya Nakamura ranked fourth, and British-Nigerian rapper Darkoo rounded out the top five. Notably absent from the list is South African breakout star Tyla, despite her impressive run over the past year, which included multiple major Afrobeats awards. In addition to the female artist rankings, Spotify also released its list of the Top 5 Afrobeats Artists in Latin America—and Nigerian stars dominated once again. Rema topped the list, followed by Ayra Starr in second place and CKay in third. Heavyweights Burna Boy and Wizkid secured the fourth and fifth spots, respectively. The rankings highlight the continued global influence of Nigerian artists in shaping the sound and reach of Afrobeats across continents.

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Ayra Starr Becomes First African Artist to Earn Latin Diamond Certification

Ayra Starr Becomes First African Artist to Earn Latin Diamond Certification

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Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first African artist to earn a Latin Diamond certification. Her global hit collaboration, ‘Santa’ with Rvssian and Rauw Alejandro, received the prestigious certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) after surpassing 35 million streams. Ayra Starr now joins fellow Nigerian artist Rema, whose track ‘Bubalu’ is certified Platinum, as the only African acts to hold RIAA Latin certifications. ‘Santa’ has also been certified multiple Platinum in Spain and Mexico. The song topped the Spanish music chart and climbed to No. 2 in Colombia, Ecuador, and Central America, solidifying her presence on the global stage.

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