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Ayra Starr's 'Starrgirl' Dominates Fan Poll
17 Aug
Summary
- Ayra Starr's 'Starrgirl' album received over 87% of votes.
- The album features collaborations with Zayn, Rema, and others.
- Moving to New York inspired the album's expanded sound.
Ayra Starr's third studio album, "Starrgirl," has been overwhelmingly selected by listeners as their favorite new music release in a recent poll. The Nigerian Afropop star's LP garnered an impressive 87% of the votes, surpassing other new releases from artists like Phoebe Bridgers and Troye Sivan.
"Starrgirl" is a 16-track collection that includes singles "Tornado" and "Gimme Dat," along with features from international artists such as Zayn, Rema, and Leon Thomas. Starr has described the album as a reflection of her personal growth, inspired by her move to New York and embracing her identity as a Black African woman.
In interviews, Starr elaborated that the album isn't an alter ego but an embodiment of self-completion and authenticity, a departure from societal pressures. This introspection is evident in the music's blend of Afropop with dance and R&B elements, marking a sonic evolution for the artist. Other top contenders in the poll included KATSEYE's "WILD" and Phoebe Bridgers' Lost Weekend.
