Ayra Starr Reaches 2 Billion Spotify Streams, Celebrating Major Career Milestone
Nigerian music sensation Ayra Starr has hit another remarkable achievement in her rising career, reaching over 2 billion streams on Spotify. Since her breakthrough in 2019 with her self-titled debut EP, Ayra Starr has rapidly become one of Nigeria’s most successful musical exports. According to data from Spotify analytics platform Kworb, the young star crossed the 2 billion mark as of October 10, 2024.
This incredible feat follows the release of her second album, The Year I Turned 21, which has already garnered over 500 million streams on Spotify. The album’s success further solidified her position as one of the most-streamed artists globally. Among her top hits are two tracks that have surpassed 400 million streams. “Santa,” a collaboration with Rvssian, has pulled in over 455 million streams, while her smash single “Rush” has accumulated 409 million streams.
Ayra Starr’s success extends beyond these two songs. She also featured on Libianca’s track “People” alongside Omah Lay, which has earned 106 million streams. Her iconic song “Bloody Samaritan,” which continues to capture global attention, has amassed 82 million streams. These streaming figures place her among the ranks of Nigerian superstars like Wizkid, Burna Boy, Rema, CKay, Tems, and Davido, who have all surpassed 2 billion streams on Spotify.
The year 2024 has been especially monumental for Ayra Starr. In addition to her streaming success, she recently received four nominations at the 2024 MTV European Music Awards (EMAs). Competing in categories such as Best New Artist, Best African Act, Best Afrobeats Act, and Best Push, the 22-year-old artist is on the verge of further recognition on the global stage.
Amid her recent accomplishments, Ayra Starr has hinted at releasing a deluxe version of her sophomore album, which has already enjoyed significant commercial success. As her career continues to soar, the singer’s influence in the Afrobeats genre and the global music scene grows stronger with each achievement.
