The music industry in Nigeria has a long list of talented and creative individuals that have risen to the charts. Many of these talents were discovered in their earliest stage, and with the right help, many have built their career successfully.
Biography
Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, best known by her stage name Ayra Starr, is a uniquely talented Nigerian singer. She started as a fashion designer with Quove Model Management before eventually chasing a music career.
Age
Ayra Starr is 20 years old.
Early Life and Education
Ayra Starr, whose full name is Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, was born on the 14th of June, 2002, in Cotonou, Benin Republic. She grew up there before moving to Lagos state with her Nigerian parents, originally from Kwara state, and her siblings.
Ayra Starr didn’t have time for friends since they constantly moved from one place to another due to her father’s business. There isn’t much information on the schools she attended for her primary and secondary education.
However, Ayra Start attended Les Cours Sonou University, where she graduated with a degree in International Relations and Political Science.
Personal Life
Ayra Starr is currently not in a relationship.
Career
Ayra Starr was first signed to Quove Models, a modeling agency in Lagos state. She was a model for several companies, including Mazzelle Studios and Esperanza Woman. In 2019, Ayra Starr started to post covers of several artists like 2Face Idibia.
Furthermore, she appeared in the music video of Eri Ife’s song “Dear Future Wife.” Then later, she uploaded the song “Damage” on her page, which was widely considered by fans, including label executive Don Jazzy who signed her to his record label “Mavin Records.”
In 2020, Ayra Starr started recording at Mavin Studios, and she released her debut album on the 22nd of January, 2021. She has worked with several artists, including Johnny Drille, and gained significant ground on top platforms, including Spotify, YouTube, and Audio Mack.
On the 6th of August 2021, she released her debut studio album titled “19 and Dangerous”; Louddaaa and Don Jazzy produced the song. The album earned huge recognition and topped the Turn Table Top 50.
Net Worth
Ayra Starr has an estimated net worth of $400,000.
