Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has sparked fresh online conversations after sharing a personal detail about her high school dating life during a recent appearance on the YouTube series Feeding Starving Celebrities.
The interview, hosted by content creator Quenlin Blackwell, took place on Friday and followed the show’s usual laid-back format: food, humour, and unfiltered conversation.
The series has previously featured stars like Lil Nas X, Lil Yachty, PinkPantheress, Addison Rae, Charli XCX, and Halle Bailey, with each episode leaning more into personality than polished press talk.
This particular episode ran for just over 55 minutes. While jollof rice was initially on the menu, Ayra Starr switched things up and opted for fried yams and eggs, a dish she said she prefers. The relaxed kitchen setting quickly turned into a mix of laughter, storytelling, and reflections on her journey as a global music act.
Quenlin Blackwell: $1 Million or brunch with Jay Z? 😳
Ayra Starr: https://t.co/TFd3cGutdX pic.twitter.com/8hOkSl8SKv
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Beyond the playful moments, she also spoke about navigating fame, staying true to her creative identity, and adjusting to an industry that moves quickly without pause.
But it was one of her personal revelations that really caught attention online.
When asked about her teenage years, Ayra Starr disclosed that she deliberately avoided dating in high school so she wouldn’t end up with “exes” attached to her name.
“Yeah, I’m such a baddie, like I knew,” she said. “A lot of guys were trying, so I was just like, ‘hmm, why are you trying, you must have like an ulterior motive.'”
“I didn’t date in high school, because I didn’t want anyone to claim I was their ‘Ex’- Singer Ayra Starr pic.twitter.com/0TRFKfcSr2
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The comment quickly sparked mixed reactions across social media, with fans debating her perspective while others took it in stride as a light-hearted confession.
Throughout the episode, however, Ayra maintained a confident and playful energy, blending humour with candid reflections, exactly the kind of personality the series has become known for showcasing.