- Today, Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr’s eponymous debut EP Ayra Starr marks four years since its release
- The EP also represents the 24-year-old singer’s journey in the Nigerian music scene to achieving her global status
- TheRadar spotlighted 13 significant nominations Ayra Starr has gotten since her stepping into the spotlight in 2021
The music journey of Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr began in 2021, marking the start of a remarkable chapter in her life.
Since that pivotal moment, she has captivated audiences with her unique sound and electrifying performances, charting a path that has been nothing short of record-breaking.
Ayra Starr’s rise to fame is a testament to her talent and the vibrant energy of the Afrobeats genre, as she continues to leave a lasting impact on the music scene.
Today, January 22, 2025, marks exactly four years since the talented singer was introduced into the Nigerian music scene with her debut EP Ayra Starr in 2021.
Her hit track Away off the EP is one that caught the attention of music lovers and they resonated with her songs.
As the EP marks four years and represents the exceptional music journey of the 24-year-old singer, TheRadar spotlighted 13 significant music nominations.
These nominations not only signify her growth as an artiste over the years but also highlights her global status beyond the borders of Nigeria where she began in 2021.
13 award nominations of Ayra Starr
- MTV EMA
Superstar Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr led the pack of nominations for the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs) with four nods. She was nominated for Best African Act, Best Push, Best Afrobeats and Best New Artist.
- BET Awards
In 2024, Ayra Starr also led the nominations for the African category of BET Awards alongside Burna Boy, Asake and Tems. Ayra Starr secured three spots for Best New Artist, Best International Act and BET Her Award categories.
- Grammy Awards
For the first time, Ayra Starr got her Grammy nominations in 2023. In the category of Best African Music Performance, she recorded the milestone as the youngest female artiste to ever do so in Nigeria.
- MTV VMA
The 22-year-old singer was also nominated at 2024 MTV Video Music Awards. Her track Last Heartbreak Song featuring Giveon made the list of Best Afrobeats category.
- MOBO Awards
Ahead of the 2025 MOBO Awards, Ayra Starr secured a nomination spot for the Best International Act category. She will be competing with Asake, Tems, Beyonce, Kendrick Lamar and Nicki Minaj.
Other nominations include:
- The Headies — 2023
- The Billboard Music Awards —2023
- The Future Awards Africa — 2023
- African Entertainment Awards USA — 2024
- 3Music Awards — 2024
- Trace Awards — 2025
- Soundcity MVP Awards — 2023
- AFRIMMA — 2022
Ayra Starr solidifies her superstar status with sophomore album 'The Year I Turned 21'
Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier reviewed Ayra Starr’s sophomore album ‘The Year I Turned 21.’ The project solidified her status as a formidable force in the industry, garnering over 200 million streams in its first week and making her the ultimate Gen Z pop star.
The album contained 14 tracks and featured numerous music stars, including Seyi Vibez, Asake, Anita, Coco Jones, Giveon and Milar.
