Music has been my saving grace, otherwise I'd be jobless — Ayra Starr

Ayra Starr, a prominent Afrobeats star, has made a startling revelation, stating that her life would have taken a drastically different turn if she hadn't achieved success in the entertainment industry, attributing her music career to being the catalyst for change in her life.

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In a recent conversation with EE72, the singer reminisced about her meteoric rise to fame, her journey with Mavin Records, and the harsh realities that come with living in the public eye, offering a glimpse into her life before stardom.

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Ayra Starr candidly admitted that if she weren't pursuing a career in music, she would be unemployed, and even ruled out the possibility of being a content creator, jokingly saying she would be living with her mother, relying on her for sustenance.

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The 24-year-old singer also recalled the excitement she felt upon learning that Don Jazzy and the Mavin team had been familiar with her music before she was signed, expressing her enthusiasm with the words "I was so excited when I found out they were listening to my music."

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Ayra Starr further expressed her admiration for the Mavin team, acknowledging Don Jazzy's role in her discovery, saying "You know who it is," in reference to the industry mogul.

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However, Ayra Starr also confessed that fame has its downsides, revealing that she sometimes wishes the public was less informed about her personal life, as she tends to be overly candid in interviews, stating "I really wish people knew less about me."

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She further elaborated on her tendency to overshare, saying "Once the camera comes on, I cannot stop talking," highlighting the challenges that come with being in the spotlight.

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Born Oyinkansola Aderibigbe, Ayra Starr's journey to stardom began in 2020 when she was discovered by Don Jazzy through social media and subsequently joined Mavin Records.

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Since then, she has evolved into one of Nigeria's most notable music exports, releasing notable projects such as "19 & Dangerous" and "The Year I Turned 21," and garnering multiple awards, nominations, and international recognition.