- Nigerian music star Ayra Starr was spotted in a recent photo with American singer Rihanna at a festival
- This is not the first time they have linked up
- Netizens share mixed feelings about the recent photos trending on social media
Afrobeats singer, Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, famously known as Ayra Starr, was recently spotted in a picture with renowned American singer Rihanna at the Crop Over festival in Barbados.
The picture has left many fans stunned and speculating that their link-up might mean a possible collaboration as this is the second time of the two singers being spotted together.
Buzzing on social media, on August 6, fans are excited about the photos emphasizing the growing international and cultural connections created by the influence of Afrobeats.
Ayra Starr and Rihanna at Crop Over Festival 2024
22-year-old Ayra Starr and Rihanna met for the first time at the Authentic Woman Event in London. Their picture together left social media fans stunned and hoping to see the duo work on a song.
Ayra Starr had shared how her first encounter with Rihanna left her pleasantly surprised because the American singer knew her (Ayra Starr) and loved her music even before they met.
That moment ignited prospects and anticipation of a collaboration between Rihanna and Afrobeats singer, Ayra Starr within the music community.
Ayra Starr and Rihanna
Meanwhile, the Crop Over festival is a 3 months festival to celebrate Barbadian music, arts, food, culture and many more.
The festival which started in 1974 has become an annual event, attracting tourists to the island and preserving the culture of Barbadians. The festival usually starts in June and runs till the first Monday in August. This is followed by its biggest Caribbean carnival known as Kadooment Day.
Netizens reaction to Ayra Starr and Rihanna’s picture together
Since Ayra Starr’s picture with Rihanna surfaced online, fans have reacted with mixed feelings but many suggest they would work on a song together.TheRadar compiled some of them below:
@esuayi said, “That verse must come by fire by force.”
@AfrokonnectNG wrote, “Ayra Starr sef no small again oo.”
@sales_unwana said, “Ayra Starr is now the queen of Nigerian Music Empire. Do you all agree?”
@gemini6315 said, “Ayra is really working very hard. Kudos to her.”
@simba_is_urbaby said, “They must have something for us.”
@The_lorde_Amaka asked, “Why does Ayra look like she’s in an awkward position?”
@Reechkvng1 said, “You'll never see Tiwa savage in all of this gum body.”
@JayD7546 said, “Funny how life works, from watching one of the biggest stars on your TV to just bloody hanging out with them.”
@BossMan_Ola said, “This Rih & Arya upcoming song na hit.”
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.
