Pulse Nigeria is the most followed news and entertainment platform, informing and engaging young Nigerians round the clock, providing updates by the hour.

Pulse Nigeria

The Nigerian international sensation recently released her second album 'The Year I Turned 21' which has recorded impressive feats on Spotify.

Ayra Starr sets multiple records with her second album 'The Year I Turned 21' | Pulse Nigeria

Adeayo Adebiyi

<h2>The Nigerian international sensation recently released her second album <em>'The Year I Turned 21' </em>which has recorded impressive feats on Spotify. </h2>

<p>The album released on Friday, 31 May 2024, recorded 1.27 million streams on its opening day in Nigeria while also recording 6.3 million streams globally both of which is a record for an album by a Nigerian female artist. </p>

<p>In another feat, Ayra Starr's <strong><em>'The Year I Turned 21'</em></strong> charted in 90 countries on Apple Music at its peak which is another record for an album by a Nigerian female artist. </p>

<p>The Grammy nominee has received critical praise for her second album which <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/a-review-of-afrobeats-star-ayra-starrs-the-year-i-turned-21-album/l1nz6d8">captures her growth while showcasing the confidence of a superstar</a>. </p>

<p>Since breaking into the mainstream with her self-titled EP in 2021, Ayra Starr has been on a steady rise. Her music has won her millions of fans around the world with her hit song<em> 'Rush' </em><a href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/ayra-starrs-rush-gets-snep-diamond-certification/gts9xbl">getting a diamond certification in France</a>. The music video is also the <a href="https://www.pulse.ng/entertainment/music/ayra-starrs-rush-surpasses-300-million-views-on-youtube/8vsqntk#:~:text=Nigerian%20sensational%20singer%20Ayra%20Starr%20makes%20YouTube%20history.">most-watched for a Nigerian female artist on YouTube </a>after she surpassed<strong> Sinach</strong>'s <em>'Way Maker'</em>.</p>

<p>Ahead of her album release, the Nigerian superstar performed in Brazil and France where she dazzled her fast-growing global fanbase. </p>

<p>Her record-breaking feat on Spotify is a testament to her status as a flag bearer for the female arm of the industry and one of Africa's biggest talents.</p>

Ayra Starr speaks on the global success of Afrobeats (MIKEY OSHAI)

Ayra Starr sets multiple records with her second album 'The Year I Turned 21'

Pulse Picks

Business

News

Entertainment

Lifestyle

Politics

Local

Metro

World

News 

Celebrities

Music

Movies

Fashion

Beauty & Health

Relationships & Weddings

Food & Travel

Domestic

International 

Sports 

Celebrity Picks

Pulse Marketing

Explore categories

Influencer Awards

Company Pages

Breaking News & Top Stories | Pulse Nigeria

Video

Checkout our authors for the latest content across entertainment, sports, business and more. Be first to receive exclusive updates with your free subscription straight to your phone | Pulse Nigeria 

Authors | Pulse Nigeria

| Pulse Nigeria

Read the latest news across entertainment, sports, business and more. Be first to receive exclusive updates with your free subscription straight to your phone | Pulse Nigeria

Search for the latest content across entertainment, sports, business and more. Be first to receive exclusive updates with your free subscription straight to your phone | Pulse Nigeria

Search Results | Pulse Nigeria

Watch the latest videos across entertainment, sports, business and more. Be first to receive exclusive updates with your free subscription straight to your phone | Pulse Nigeria