Ayra Starr, the sensational Nigerian music star, continues to rise above her peers as she secures her place as the top female artist in Nigeria for 2024. In a remarkable achievement, the Grammy-nominated artist has claimed the title of the No. 1 female artist across all platforms in Nigeria.
This exciting milestone was shared by TurnTable in their highly anticipated annual end-of-the-year music chart. As the only chart in Nigeria that aggregates streaming data, radio, and TV airplay, TurnTable revealed that Ayra Starr’s success across all these platforms has solidified her as the most commercially successful female artist of 2024.
Ayra Starr’s stellar 2024 was fueled by the release of her much-anticipated sophomore album, The Year I Turned 21. The album, which features powerful collaborations with Nigerian music heavyweights like Asake and Seyi Vibez, as well as international stars such as Giveon, Coco Jones, and Aniita, received widespread acclaim. It was recognized as one of the standout albums of the year.
Among the album’s highlights were the chart-topping tracks Comma and Bad Vibes (featuring Seyi Vibez), both of which became fan favourites and dominated streaming charts. Her music continued to top the charts, with The Year I Turned 21 becoming the most-streamed album of 2024, accumulating over 700 million streams, partially fueled by her guest appearance on Rvssian’s Santa.
Ayra Starr wrapped up her year with an unforgettable headline performance at the Flytime Fest, where she was joined on stage by iconic artists Tiwa Savage and Rema. Topping TurnTable’s end-of-the-year list as the leading female artist is a true reflection of her growing influence and confirms that Ayra Starr is well on her way to establishing herself as a global music powerhouse.
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Ayra Starr’s Dominance Across Africa
As 2025 begins, Ayra Starr continues to make waves on the African continent. She has been recognized as the most-streamed female artist in Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya, as revealed by the findings from a leading music platform’s 2024 Wrapped data. This achievement highlights the incredible growth and influence of female artists across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Phiona Okumu, the Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, shared this exciting update, noting Ayra Starr’s broad appeal and dominance in multiple African territories. In Nigeria, Ayra topped the list, followed by other influential artists like Tems, Qing Madi, Billie Eilish, and SZA. Similarly, in Ghana and Kenya, Ayra Starr’s music continued to captivate listeners, with her ranking alongside global stars like SZA and Rihanna.
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The rise of Nigerian artists in countries like Ghana and Kenya further highlights the growing global presence of Afrobeats and its trailblazing female artists. Okumu remarked, “When it comes to Sub-Saharan Africa’s most-streamed female artists, there’s no overlooking the allure of Nigerian icons.”
Ayra Starr’s successful album The Year I Turned 21 and her international tour marked a significant chapter in her career, solidifying her status as a major force in the music industry. Her unique blend of soulful Afro Pop and R&B resonates with fans not just in Africa, but globally. As Ayra Starr continues to break boundaries, her 2024 successes are only the beginning of what promises to be a long and illustrious career.
