Jaywon Reveals Rift with Ayra Starr Over Viral Photo Controversy
Nigerian singer Jaywon has confirmed that he and fellow artist Ayra Starr are not on good terms, citing a recent incident involving a viral photo as the cause of their falling-out. In a recent interview with News Central, Jaywon expressed disappointment with Ayra Starr and her management for failing to address online trolls who used a picture of the two artists to mock him.
The viral photo shows Ayra Starr appearing to pull her hand away from Jaywon to avoid any contact with his waist – a gesture that quickly attracted attention and spurred taunting comments on social media. Jaywon said that despite his admiration for Ayra Starr’s talent, he was disheartened by her management’s silence on the matter and their continuous promotion of the image, which he felt exacerbated the situation.
Jaywon explained his intentions behind the photo, stating, “Of course, she’s an amazing artist who has been making Nigerians proud. I wanted to support and celebrate her success.” However, he felt that the lack of response from Ayra Starr and her team allowed the narrative to spiral unchecked. “People are saying she didn’t say anything about the picture…but she saw it trending every day. Why wouldn’t she say something?”
He went on to criticize what he saw as a deliberate effort to keep the photo in the spotlight, suggesting that Ayra Starr’s team enjoyed the attention it brought. “They feel like if they say something, they are going to stop the picture from trending. They enjoy it. No problem. Everybody has their time,” he remarked, hinting at the competitive nature of the industry.
The situation highlights the complexities of social media dynamics in the music industry, where even a simple photo can lead to unexpected tension between artists.
