Nigerian singer, Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, best known as Ayra Starr, has declared Afrobeat the best genre in the world.
The fast-rising singer revealed that Afrobeat means everything to her, adding that African music is currently making headlines not only on the continent but across all continents including the US.
“Afrobeat means everything to me. Afrobeat is taking over, it has been popping for such a long time. It has been a long time coming. It is the best genre in the world. It has been a long time coming because African music has been doing its thing in the continent and outside the continent. Even before it came to America.”
Ayra Starr
This declaration of love for Afrobeat is coming days after Wizkid heavily distanced himself from it.
It can be recalled that Wizkid while announcing his new album, cautioned Nigerians against categorizing him as an Afrobeat artist. He went on to warn bloggers against posting his new album.
Wizkid didn’t stop there, he read the riot acts as he informed those who fell in love with him during the “Pakurumo” era to refrain from downloading his new album.
His statement didn’t sit well with many who slammed him for disrespecting the genre of music that paved the way for him.
Wizkid defending himself, doubled down on his words as he explained his statement better, noting how he makes music not to be stereotyped.
Telling Nigerians to educate themselves, he stated that though he is an African artist, he makes fine music and doesn’t want to be labeled as just an Afrobeat, as he made further reference to how African artists are boxed at international awards.
Similarly, Burna Boy angered many last year when he avowed that 90 percent of Afrobeat songs lack real-life experience and substance.
He explained that in many of the songs, artists aren’t saying anything worthwhile and are only singing about the good life or having a great time, which mostly isn’t the case in real life.
Throwing shots at him at the Headies Award, Rema stated that no matter what Burna Boy calls Afrobeats, they would all meet at Afrobeats award shows.
Ayra Starr Shares What Fans Should Expect From Her
Ayra Starr is gearing up for the release of her “sophomore” album.
The Nigerian singer is one of Afrobeat’s biggest stars whose music has won her fans and recognition across the world.
The sensational singer talked about her “sophomore” album which is set for release later in 2024.
Ayra described her upcoming “sophomore” album as a more grown-up version of her debut album ’19 and Dangerous’.
The 21-year-old stated that while she made the music from her experiences, listeners across different age grades will find it enjoyable.
“It’s very evolved. It’s just me talking about the journey of being a 21-year-old and how 21 is just a state of mind. I want everybody that listens to it no matter your age to feel 21.”
Ayra Starr
The Mavin Records signee kicked her 2024 with the release of ‘Comma’ which is currently the most streamed Afrobeats song of 2024 on Spotify.
The Grammy-nominated star also revealed that she would be dropping a new single next month as she gears up to join Chris Brown on his ’11:11′ tour kicking off in Detroit in April. When asked about her expectations for the tour, Ayra Starr declared that she was eager to show Americans what she could do.
The Nigerian singer will be joined by American R&B star Muni Long as a special guest on Chris Brown’s ’11:11′ tour. Ayra Starr described Muni Long as a sensational artist whom she loved dearly.
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