Ayra Starr has made history as the first Nigerian female artist to reach 1 billion views on YouTube.
She broke Yemi Alade’s previous record, which stood at 805 million views.
At just 23 years old, the singer’s Starr’s rise is remarkable. Her Grammy-nominated hit, “Rush,” alone has pulled in over 450 million views.
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With this milestone, Ayra Starr joins top Nigerian stars like Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Rema, and others who have crossed the 1 billion views mark on YouTube.
This achievement marks a new chapter in her career and raises the bar for female artists in Nigeria.
What do you think this means for the future of women in Nigerian music?