Nigerian Afrobeats artist, Ayra Starr has shared how her 2024 meeting with billionaire singer, Rihanna in Barbados helped improve her confidence and self-image.
In a recent interview with W Magazine, the 23-year-old disclosed that she was struggling with low self-esteem at the time of the meeting but Rihanna’s personality helped her to rediscover herself.
Starr stated that her best memory with Rihanna was “sitting with her while we watched my music videos. The fact that she was pointing out her favourite parts felt so unreal…
“At that time I was struggling with my self-image and confidence, so that moment meant everything.”
She added that she felt “God had sent” Rihanna to her,” describing their first meeting as “one of the most amazing feelings.”
Ayra Starr has been very vocal about her admiration for Rihanna. She has repeatedly mentioned her as her biggest inspiration and role model.
During their meeting in 2024, Rihanna stated that she was open to collaborating with Ayra Starr and Tems.