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Ayra Starr explains what it means to be a ‘sabi girl’.
Nigerian singer Ayra Starr recently opened up about the meaning behind her catchphrase ‘sabi girl’ and what it means to embody that identity.
During a guest appearance on MTV’s Touching Base segment, Ayra Starr discussed her life as a celebrity, her latest album titled ‘The Year I Turned 21,’ and the creative process behind its tracks.
When asked about the essence of being a ‘sabi girl,’ a term she has popularized, Ayra Starr explained, “To be a sabi girl is to be confident, kind, and smart. You have to have sense.”
Reflecting on the challenges of fame, Ayra Starr shared a recent encounter at the airport that underscored the lack of privacy celebrities often face.
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“My first reality check when I became famous was realizing that there is no privacy, even when you want it to be private,” she began. “The other day at the airport, they stopped me to check my bag, and one of the people there asked, ‘Can I take a selfie?’ I looked at him with so much disappointment. I said, ‘Really? Sorry, I just woke up,’ and he replied, ‘It doesn’t matter.’ I pleaded, ‘Please, please, please,’ and he responded, ‘Why are you shouting, Ayra Starr?'”
The “Bloody Samaritan” singer also reflected on what makes her 21st year so special.
“The year I turned 21 was the year I accepted that I’m just going to be me. I’m going to be audacious and be that girl,” Ayra Starr said.
During the interview, Ayra Starr also answered some quickfire questions about her preferences. When asked if she preferred braids or weave, she chose braids. She also stated she would rather wear high heels over sneakers and makeup over no makeup. When asked about wearing scarves, she chose scarves, and she preferred the Afrobeats music genre over Amapiano.