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Ayra Starr Sets Record as First Nigerian Female Artist to Chart on Billboard 200

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Nigerian singer Ayra Starr has secured her spot in music history by becoming the first Nigerian female artist to feature on the esteemed U.S. Billboard 200 Album chart.

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Her notable accomplishment was facilitated by the success of her second studio album, ‘The Year I Turned 21’, which notably debuted on the chart at number 195 on Monday, June 10.

This achievement cements Ayra Starr’s position as a pioneer in the Nigerian music scene, laying the groundwork for future generations of female artists to emulate her success.

Ayra Starr / Photo via Billboard

In a recent tweet on X (Twitter), Billboard charts shared:

“Debuts on this week’s #Billboard200:

Ayra Starr has made history as the first Nigerian female artist to grace the U.S. Billboard 200 Album chart.

The singer achieved the feat with her sophomore album, ‘The Year I Turned 21’ which debuted at No. 195 on Monday.

“Debuts on this week’s #Billboard200:

No. 2, @ATEEZofficial Golden Hour : Part.1 (EP)

No. 5, @ShaboozeysJeans Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going

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No. 17, @themarias Submarine

No. 102, @crowdermusic The Exile

No. 169, @carinleonofi Boca Chueca, Vol. 1

No. 195, @ayrastarr The Year I Turned 21″

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