Ayra Starr’s sophomore album, “The Year I Turned 21,” debuted on the Billboard 200 Album chart, making her the first female Nigerian artist to achieve this feat. The album also debuted on the UK Official Album chart and in France.
Ayra Starr has been on a meteoric rise since her debut in 2021, with her single “Rush” earning her a Grammy nod and being certified Diamond in France. Her debut album, “19 & Dangerous,” was a commercial success, topping charts and earning her recognition as a major new talent.
“The Year I Turned 21” has been praised for its brilliant fusing of genres and robust musical offerings. The album broke the record for the biggest opening day streams on Spotify in Nigeria and the highest opening day global streams for an album by a Nigerian female artist.
While Burna Boy’s “Love, Damini” remains the highest-peaking Nigerian album in the U.S., reaching number 14 and topping the UK album chart, Ayra Starr’s achievement marks a significant milestone in her career and for female Nigerian artists.