Ayra Starr Becomes The First Nigerian Female Artist To Earn RIAA Diamond Certification

Ayra Starr Becomes The First Nigerian Female Artist To Earn RIAA Diamond Certification
Ayra Starr Becomes The First Nigerian Female Artist To Earn RIAA Diamond Certification

 

Ayra Starr is making history as the first Nigerian woman to earn a RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) Diamond certification. Her song "Santa" achieved this feat by selling over 1 million units in the United States, not 10 million as initially stated.

To earn an RIAA Diamond certification as an African artist, the song must sell over 1 million units in America within the Latino market and be sung using a mix of Spanish and English. "Santa" fits the bill, blending Afrobeats and Reggaeton influences with features from Puerto Rican singer Rauw Alejandro and Jamaican singer Rvssian.

The song's success is a testament to Ayra Starr's growing influence in the global music industry. Released in 2024 as part of her second album, "The Year I Turned 21," "Santa" has captivated listeners with its vibrant sound and lyrics. Ayra Starr's talent extends beyond singing, as showcased in a recent Instagram video where she played and sang on the keyboard, earning praise from DJ Cuppy and other colleagues.

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