I Was Surprised Rihanna Knew Me – Ayra Starr
Ayra Starr, the Nigerian music sensation, has shared her excitement over a memorable encounter with global superstar Rihanna, expressing surprise and joy at being recognized by the Grammy-winning artist.
During a recent conversation with BuzzFeed, Ayra Starr recounted her experience meeting Rihanna at the Authentic Woman event in London. She expressed astonishment that Rihanna not only knew her but also expressed admiration for her work.
Reflecting on the encounter, Ayra Starr exclaimed, “My biggest celeb story is Rihanna. I met Rihanna about two weeks ago… And she loves me, she knew me. That was the most amazing part of it. It was so amazing.”
The meeting between Ayra Starr and Rihanna occurred at the Authentic Woman event, where Rihanna expressed her desire to collaborate with Ayra Starr and fellow Nigerian artist Tems on a song.
Ayra Starr’s encounter with Rihanna highlights the growing recognition of Nigerian artists on the global stage and serves as a testament to their increasing influence in the music industry.