Nigerian singer Ayra Starr, known for her hit song “Rush,” has opened up about the beginnings of her musical career. In a recent interview with Amazing Jazzy, the 21-year-old shared how her journey started at a very young age, revealing that she was once a lead singer in her local church’s children’s choir. “I loved being in the choir. I was like the loudest child—it was the kids’ choir actually, and everybody was little,” Ayra Starr recalled. “It was the first time I discovered that I could sing. It really helped me shape my voice and music.”
Ayra, whose rise to fame has been meteoric, credits her early exposure to music in the church choir for playing a vital role in her development as an artist. She explained how the experience of singing in front of an audience as a child helped hone her skills and laid the foundation for her musical career. “It was the first time I discovered that I could sing. It really helped me shape my voice and music,” she added.
Her journey from being a child chorister to one of Nigeria’s most talked-about musical talents is a testament to how early influences can significantly impact one’s career. Ayra Starr, whose music blends elements of Afrobeat, pop, and R&B, has continued to build on the foundation laid by her childhood experiences in the church.
The singer has become a household name in Nigeria and beyond, with her bold, distinct sound gaining her a global following. Her debut album, *19 & Dangerous*, introduced her unique blend of Afropop to the world and made waves on both local and international charts. Ayra Starr’s success has made her one of the leading voices in the Nigerian music industry.
Ayra also spoke about the importance of staying true to herself and her roots as she navigates the music industry. Despite her rise to fame, she remains grounded and focused on her art, crediting her early choir days for helping her find her voice. “It really helped me shape my voice and music,” she said, reflecting on how her church choir experience continues to influence her work today.
