Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr expresses joy in witnessing the remarkable ascent of African women in the music scene, shattering barriers and gaining international recognition.
The 21-year-old, credited with penning songs for renowned artists like Rihanna, views her own success as a milestone in balancing the scales of a predominantly male industry.
She highlights the significant contributions of women across various music roles and commends initiatives like Spotify EQUAL for spotlighting their efforts.
As the newest Spotify EQUAL ambassador, Ayra acknowledges the platform’s role in amplifying the voices of women in music.
In an interview with the RADAR program, Ayra reflects on her journey, noting the inspiration her success provides to young African women, instilling in them the belief that they too can achieve greatness in the industry.
Her affiliation with Mavin Records at just 18 years old is a testament to breaking age and gender stereotypes.
The announcement of her selection as a Spotify EQUAL ambassador coincides with the soaring success of her latest single “Commas,” which has amassed over 35 million streams since its February release on Spotify.
With her debut Grammy nomination for Best African Music Performance in 2024, Ayra finds herself among the top 10 most streamed artists in Kenya and Nigeria on the platform.
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