Nigerian singer and songwriter Ayra Starr has solidified her place at the top of the music scene, emerging as the country’s leading female artist of 2024.
The Grammy-nominated star was crowned the number one female artist on all streaming platforms, according to the annual end-of-year chart by TurnTable. The publication, which aggregates streaming data along with radio and TV airplay, revealed that Ayra Starr’s impressive performance across these platforms made her the most commercially successful female artist of the year.
2024 proved to be another exceptional year for Ayra Starr, particularly with the release of her sophomore album, The Year I Turned 21. The album, featuring top Nigerian talents like Asake and Seyi Vibes, alongside international stars like Giveon, Coco Jones, and Aniita, struck a chord with fans worldwide.
The Year I Turned 21 became the most streamed album of 2024 on Spotify, amassing over 700 million streams. This monumental achievement solidified her dominance in the global music industry.