Ayra Starr The Year I Turned 21

2024 - 5 - 31

Ayra Starr: The Year I Turned 21 - A Musical Journey to Stardom

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Discover Ayra Starr's journey to stardom with her new album 'The Year I Turned 21' and the excitement of meeting Rihanna!

Ayra Starr, the Beninese-Nigerian singer-songwriter, has taken the Afrobeats scene by storm with her latest album, 'The Year I Turned 21.' Her magnetic vocals and captivating songs leave listeners craving more, creating a musical experience that ends too soon. In this album, Ayra Starr showcases her big voice and undeniable talent, solidifying her position as a rising star in the industry.

In an interview, Ayra Starr expressed her thrill at meeting Rihanna and her disbelief at the encounter, stating, 'It doesn't even seem like she's real!' This highlights the impact of Ayra Starr's growing popularity and the recognition she is receiving on both national and international levels.

'The Year I Turned 21' has received rave reviews, with critics praising Ayra Starr's incredible talent and the quality of the album. Despite the trend of some Nigerian artists moving away from the Afrobeats genre, Ayra Starr's commitment to her roots and the genre's authenticity shines through in every track.

As Ayra Starr unveils her sophomore album, 'The Year I Turned 21,' fans can expect a fantastic musical journey that bridges the gap between adolescence and adulthood. This album not only marks a significant milestone for her but also solidifies her presence as a powerhouse in the Afrobeats music scene.

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Ayra Starr: The Year I Turned 21 review – magnetic Afrobeats (The Guardian)

The Beninese-Nigerian singer-songwriter puts her big voice to work on a set of songs that are over all too soon.

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Ayra Starr on 'The Year I Turned 21,' Meeting Rihanna and Afrobeats (Variety)

Fast-rising Afrobeats singer Ayra Star on new album, 'The Year I Turned 21,' and the thrill of meeting Rihanna: 'It doesn't even seem like she's real!'

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Ayra Starr's 'The Year I Turned 21' is simply incredible [Review] (Pulse Nigeria)

At a time when some Nigerian artists who have enjoyed international success are disassociating from the Afrobeats tag in a yearning for more, Ayra Starr is ...

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Ayra Starr drops sophomore album 'The Year I Turned 21' - P.M. News (P.M. News)

By Taiwo Okanlawon. Nigerian singer, Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, also known as Ayra Starr, has finally unveiled her highly-anticipated sophomore album ...

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“The Year I Turned 21” Is Fantastic, Not the Zeitgeist Hype (Zikoko!)

Ayra Starr turned 21 in 2023. But like stars, her reflection is in retrospect. Hence, her second album, “The Year I Turned 21” (TYIT21), appears a year ...

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Ayra Starr unveils sophomore album The Year I Turned 21 (Music In Africa)

Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has released her new LP The Year I Turned 21, available for streaming and download across all major digital platforms.

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Ayra Starr – The Year I Turned 21 (Clash Magazine)

Turning 21 is a coming-of-age moment; it's the threshold between the clumsiness of adolescence and the assurance of adulthood, with all the.

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Ayra Starr gives track by track breakdown of her new album 'The ... (Pulse Nigeria)

Ayra Starr blends R&B and Afropop with stylistic borrowings from Latin pop, Jamaican dancehall, Nigerian highlife, and more to make for an album that has earned ...

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Ayra Starr Drops Sophomore Album 'The Year I Turned 21' (The Source)

GRAMMY-nominated global Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has released her much-anticipated sophomore album, The Year I Turned 21, alongside the atmospheric ...

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