Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe (born 2002), known as Ayra Starr, is a Nigerian singer signed to Mavin Records. Her debut single "Away" (2021) became an instant hit. Her album "19 & Dangerous" showcased her versatile talent. Ayra Starr's hit "Rush" (2022) became a global phenomenon, trending on TikTok and charts worldwide. Her bold fashion sense and confident artistry have made her one of Africa's biggest rising stars. At just 22, she's already achieved what many musicians dream of.


RISING WITH CONFIDENCE:
Ayra Starr transitioned from teenage model and Instagram cover-song artist to a global pop force under Mavin Records. Her eponymous 2021 EP introduced a smoky alto and diaristic songwriting that instantly connected with Gen Z audiences navigating faith, self-worth, and ambition.

ANTHEMS THAT TRAVEL:
The debut album 19 & Dangerous (2021) and its Deluxe edition produced hits like Bloody Samaritan—a song that topped multiple African charts and made Ayra the first female artist to lead the Official UK Afrobeats Chart for several weeks. Rush (2022) amplified her profile, earning a 2024 Grammy nomination for Best African Music Performance and surpassing 400 million streams across platforms.

GLOBAL STAGES AND BRAND COLLABORATIONS:
Ayra Starr has performed at Wireless Festival, Global Citizen Live, Afro Nation, and arena tours alongside Rema. She collaborates with brands such as Pepsi and Jacquemus, using fashion editorials to celebrate bold African aesthetics. International press from Vogue to Rolling Stone have profiled her as the face of Afropop’s new wave.

ADVOCACY AND COMMUNITY:
She speaks openly about female representation in music, mentors young women through songwriting camps, and supports STEM education for girls in Lagos secondary schools. Ayra channels part of her performance fees into scholarships for students at her alma mater in Cotonou and Lagos.

FAST FACTS:
- Birth name: Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe (born 14 June 2002 in Cotonou, Benin; raised in Lagos).
- Signed to Mavin Records and globally distributed by Universal Music Group.
- Awards: Headies Viewers’ Choice (2022), TikTok Nigeria Sound of the Year, multiple AFRIMA nominations.
- Signature sound: husky vocals layered over Amapiano-infused Afropop with gospel-inspired harmonies.