At a mere 23 years old, Nigerian Afropop sensation Ayra Starr is orchestrating a seismic shift in global music. The Mavin Records star has just etched her name into history books, becoming the first African artist to receive a Latin Diamond certification for her fiery collaboration, "Santa," alongside Rvssian and Rauw Alejandro. With over 35 million streams officially certified by the RIAA, this monumental achievement places Ayra Starr in an elite league, joining fellow Nigerian superstar Rema as one of the few Africans with Latin-certified hits. For Ayra, however, this isn't a destination—it's merely the launchpad for an even grander vision.
Ayra Starr’s ambitions are unapologetically global. "I want to do my own Super Bowl," she boldly declared in a recent conversation with eTalk.
This is a confident blueprint for her legacy. With her eyes firmly fixed on accumulating multiple Grammy Awards, conquering the Billboard Hot 100 with a No. 1 hit, and even headlining the iconic Super Bowl halftime show, Ayra is meticulously mapping out her future with unwavering conviction. Her current cosmic momentum, which saw her dominate Nigerian airwaves with the breakout "19 & Dangerous" album and the viral sensation "Rush" (earning her a 2024 Grammy nomination), is now charting deeper into Latin America, Asia, and beyond. She's already planning a global tour, with a significant focus on Asia, and envisions a comprehensive lifestyle empire encompassing beauty, fashion, and skincare within two decades.
