Talented Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has etched her name in the annals of music history by achieving a remarkable milestone – she is now the first Nigerian female artist to grace the prestigious U.S. Billboard 200 Album chart.
This groundbreaking accomplishment comes on the heels of the success of her second studio album, ‘The Year I Turned 21’, which debuted on the chart at an impressive position of number 195 on Monday.
Ayra Starr’s feat not only cements her status as a trailblazer in the Nigerian music scene but also sets a precedent for future generations of female artists to follow suit.
In addition to her historic debut on the U.S. Billboard chart, Ayra Starr’s album also made waves internationally, securing positions on other prominent charts. It debuted at No. 80 on the UK Official Album chart and No. 72 on the French Album chart, further solidifying her global appeal and impact.
The news of Ayra Starr’s achievement reverberated across the music industry, with Billboard charts taking note and acknowledging her milestone on social media. In a tweet, Billboard shared the notable debuts on the week’s Billboard 200, with Ayra Starr’s album making its mark at No. 195.
While Ayra Starr’s accomplishment is indeed groundbreaking, it is worth noting that Burna Boy’s “Love, Damini” holds the record as the highest-charting Nigerian album in the US, reaching an impressive No. 14. Additionally, “Love, Damini” also made history as the first Nigerian album to claim the top spot on the UK album chart.
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