Nigerian singer Ayra Starr recently shared an exciting moment about meeting her biggest idol, Rihanna. In a chat with ETalk TV, the ‘Rush’ crooner revealed that Rihanna told her she is one of her favourite artistes. This news made Ayra feel on top of the world.
She said, “She [Rihanna] is such an amazing person. To be honest, it [meeting her] still feels like a dream. I love her so much. People always say, ‘never meet your idols’, but I’m so glad I met mine because she’s just an amazing person. And the fact that she loves my music; I’m my favourite artist’s favourite artist.”
Ayra Starr didn’t hide her praise for the global superstar. She added, “She’s such an amazing artist, an amazing woman, an amazing person in general; somebody to look up to. I know I chose a great role model, and being able to be around her, I usually don’t know what to do with myself. When I get nervous around her, I try to make unnecessary jokes.”
She also shared that she is looking forward to working with Rihanna in the future. For Ayra, having Rihanna’s support and admiration is a dream come true. It also pushes her to keep growing in her music journey.
Fans are celebrating this revelation. They see it as a big win for Nigerian music. Knowing that her idol loves her songs has given Ayra more confidence. Many people are now hoping that a collaboration between the two stars will happen soon.
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