Nigerian singer Ayra Starr, born Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, has taken fans down memory lane by sharing an adorable childhood throwback video on Instagram.
The Mavin Records star reflected on her early confidence, stating she knew exactly who she was even as a child. “I knew exactly who I was at a very young age. Lmaoooo I’ve been active,” she captioned the clip, sparking a flood of supportive comments from fans who praised her self-assurance from an early age.
Fans couldn’t resist commenting on her foresight: one wrote, “Baddie from birth,” while another added, “She knew exactly what she wanted, and her outfit testified to it.” The sentiment was clear — Ayra’s determination was evident even in her childhood snapshots.
Since entering the music scene, Ayra Starr has amassed numerous accolades. She made history at the 2025 MOBO Awards, winning Best African Music and Best International Music Act, triumphing over global stars like Beyonce, Kendrick Lamar, Nicki Minaj, and Megan Thee Stallion.
The young Afrobeat sensation also scored a BET Award nomination for Best New Artist and previously received a Grammy Award nomination — achievements that solidified her place as one of Africa’s fastest-rising music stars.
In a candid interview with Spotify, Ayra shared that at just ten years old, she envisioned herself becoming famous, inspired by the fictional Disney character Hannah Montana, even though she didn’t know the exact path to stardom.
Her rise caught the eye of Don Jazzy, founder of Mavin Records, who discovered her on Instagram. He was immediately impressed by her creativity and youthful energy, ultimately reaching out to her brother after Ayra didn’t respond initially.
From childhood dreams to global recognition, Ayra Starr continues to prove that her star power was evident from day one.
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