Hitting the High Note: Ayra Starr Breaks Record as First Nigerian Female Artist to Hit 1 Billion YouTube Views.

Hitting the High Note: Ayra Starr Breaks Record as First Nigerian Female Artist to Hit 1 Billion YouTube Views.

(The Nigerian World)

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Ayra Starr has made history as the first Nigerian female artist to surpass 1 billion total views on YouTube.

This achievement cements her place among Afrobeats’ biggest stars, proving her global influence.

Born on June 14, 2002, Ayra Starr is 22 years old. She began her music career in 2020, signing with Mavin Records, and released her debut song “Away” in 2021.

Since then, she has consistently dominated the charts, with her Grammy-nominated hit “Rush” playing a major role in reaching this milestone.

Her net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $2.5 million, earned through streaming revenue, endorsements, live performances, and global tours.

YouTube earnings vary, but artists typically make around $3,000 to $5,000 per million views, meaning her 1 billion views could translate to millions of dollars in revenue.

Ayra Starr’s success marks a new era for female artists in Afrobeats, proving that women can achieve record-breaking numbers and command massive international audiences.

Her rise continues to inspire the next generation of African musicians and, in particular, serves as an inspiration to many upcoming artists in Nigeria.

🎉A big congratulations to Ayra Starr! 🏆🎶💫

Images /Ayra Starr / Instagram / Youtube.