Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has opened up about how music transformed her future, admitting that her life could have taken a very different path if she had not built a successful career in the industry.
During a recent conversation with EE72, the singer reflected on her journey from discovering her passion for music to becoming one of the leading voices of a new generation of Afrobeats artists. She also spoke about her experience with Mavin Records and the challenges that come with being constantly in the public eye.
Looking back on what her life might have been without music, Ayra Starr said she probably would not have pursued another career path.
“If I were not doing music, I would literally be unemployed. I do not even think I would be a content creator. That would be a lot of work. I would just be vibing in my mother’s house, eating my mother’s food,” she said.
The singer also shared her excitement after discovering that Don Jazzy and the Mavin team had already been paying attention to her work before bringing her onto the label.
“I was so excited when I found out they were listening to my music. You know who it is,” she said.
While her rise to fame has brought global recognition, Ayra Starr acknowledged that being a public figure has its own difficulties. She revealed that her openness during interviews sometimes makes her wish she had kept more parts of her personality away from the spotlight.
“I really wish people knew less about me. Once the camera comes on, I cannot stop talking. And I feel like I overshare,” Ayra further stated.
Born Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, Ayra Starr was signed to Mavin Records in 2020 after Don Jazzy discovered her through social media. Her career has since grown rapidly, with releases such as 19 & Dangerous and The Year I Turned 21 helping establish her as one of Nigeria’s most recognised music exports.
Her success has earned her several awards, nominations, and international acclaim, cementing her position as one of the prominent figures shaping the global growth of Afrobeats.
