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Ayra Starr reveals she had to be nudged to release her hit single ‘Rush’.
Nigerian singer and songwriter Ayra Starr continues to mesmerize listeners worldwide with her music, capturing the hearts of fans with her enchanting melodies.
In a recent interview with Billboard, the acclaimed artist delved into the journey behind her chart-topping single “Rush” and her first Grammy nomination.
Reflecting on the success of “Rush,” Ayra Starr recounted the uncertainties she faced during its creation. Despite the eventual acclaim, she admitted to grappling with doubt and hesitation before releasing the song.
“They had to convince me to put that song out because I wasn’t sure,” Ayra Starr revealed candidly.
Even as “Rush” gained momentum and recognition, Ayra confessed to experiencing imposter syndrome, a common challenge among artists grappling with their newfound success.
Elaborating on her reservations, Ayra shared that she harbored doubts about how her audience would receive the song, especially considering its departure from her previous releases. Yet, despite her apprehensions, “Rush” triumphed, solidifying Ayra Starr’s place as a rising star in the music industry.
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Following its debut, ‘Rush‘ swiftly ascended to chart-topping success, not only in Nigeria, where it claimed the top spot on the TurnTable Top 100, but also internationally, securing placements on charts in the UK and France.
The accompanying music video has garnered an astounding 300 million views, setting a remarkable record for a Nigerian female artist. Additionally, Ayra Starr’s remarkable achievement earned her a prestigious Grammy nomination in the Best African Music Performance category at the 66th Grammy Awards.
This historic nomination solidified her status as the first female Nigerian artist to be recognized as a lead artist in this category.