Nigerian music star Ayra Starr has achieved a major milestone. As of October 10, 2024, she has officially surpassed two billion streams on Spotify across all credits. This feat was confirmed by Kworb, a reliable Spotify data aggregator.
Ayra Starr becomes the seventh Nigerian artist to achieve this impressive milestone, joining notable artists such as Wizkid (seven billion), Burna Boy, CKay, Tems, Davido, and Rema.
Meanwhile, the “Rush” crooner has secured four nominations at the 2024 MTV EMAs, competing for:
1. Best African Act
2. Best Afrobeats
3. Best Push
4. Best New Artist
This accomplishment solidifies Ayra Starr’s position as one of Nigeria’s most streamed artists globally. Her soulful voice, captivating lyrics, and genre-bending sound have resonated with fans worldwide, underscoring her rapid rise to fame as a testament to her talent, hard work, and dedication.