Ayra Starr's 'Bloody Samaritan' achieves silver status in the UK

Ayra Starr's "Bloody Samaritan" has garnered a silver certification in the United Kingdom, marking another significant achievement for the Afrobeats sensation, with the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) acknowledging the song's commercial success.

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The song, which was released in 2021 as part of Ayra Starr's debut album, 19 & Dangerous, under Mavin Records, has contributed to the growing list of Nigerian stars whose works have received UK silver certifications.

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Notable Nigerian artists who have also achieved this milestone include Burna Boy, with projects such as African Giant, Twice As Tall, and Love, Damini, earning silver certifications.

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Asake has also received similar recognition for his projects Work of Art and the single "Lonely At The Top", further solidifying Nigeria's presence in the UK music scene.

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Other Nigerian artistes with UK silver-certified projects are Wizkid for Made in Lagos, Davido for Timeless, Tems for Born in the Wild, Omah Lay for Boy Alone, and Rema for Rave & Roses, demonstrating the country's growing influence on global music.

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Singer CKay has also secured a silver certification for his hit single "Love Nwantiti", joining the expanding list of Nigerian stars who have achieved this milestone in the UK.