Ayra Starr Surpasses Yemi Alade as Most-Viewed Nigerian Female Artist on YouTube.

In a significant milestone for Nigerian music, Ayra Starr has officially surpassed Yemi Alade to become the most-viewed female artist from Nigeria on YouTube. As of now, Starr has amassed an impressive 811 million total views, overtaking Alade, who previously held the record with 805 million views.

At just 22 years old, Ayra Starr’s rise to prominence is marked by her hit single “Rush,” which has garnered over 395 million views, making it the most-viewed music video by a female Nigerian artist on the platform. This record was previously held by Yemi Alade’s beloved track “Johnny.”

Despite this shift in viewership rankings, Yemi Alade maintains her position as the female Nigerian artist with the highest number of subscribers, boasting 2.41 million followers on the platform.

Ayra Starr’s achievement highlights the dynamic nature of the Nigerian music scene and the increasing influence of its female artists in the global arena. As both artists continue to innovate and inspire, it will be exciting to observe how their respective journeys unfold in the years to come.