After breaking into the mainstream in 2019 with her self-titled EP, Ayra Starr has swiftly climbed the ladder of commercial success to become one of Nigeria’s most prominent artists. Achieving yet another significant milestone, the award-winning singer has become the first Nigerian female artist whose music video for the hit single ‘Rush‘ has surpassed 300 million views on YouTube.
Released in 2022, ‘Rush’ gained immediate commercial recognition both locally and internationally. In Nigeria, it took the top spot on the TurnTable Top 100. Internationally, the song made its mark on charts in various countries, including Canada, Lebanon, Belgium, the Netherlands, South Africa, Hungary, Ireland, and France, where it peaked at No. 5. It also secured a place on the UK Singles Chart, making Ayra Starr the first Nigerian-led female artist to grace the chart.
The song’s tremendous success is reflected in its impressive YouTube views, placing it among the most-watched Nigerian music videos on the platform.
As Ayra Starr gears up for the 2024 Grammy Awards, her hit single has received a nomination for the inaugural Best African Song Performance. She shares this category with hit singles from fellow Nigerian superstars Asake & Olamide, Burna Boy, and Davido.
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