Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr tops Spotify 2024 Global Impact List, leading the charge among Nigerian artists with the most internationally recognized song of the year.
The Grammy-nominated singer earned the distinction with her feature on Rvssian’s hit record Santa, which also appears on her sophomore album, The Year I Turned 21.
Ayra Starr’s achievement underscores the growing influence of Nigerian music worldwide, as Afrobeats continues to dominate global charts.
The recognition of 30 Nigerian songs on the Global Impact List further highlights the genre’s expanding reach and the power of cross-cultural collaborations.