Ayra Starr Confesses: “I Was a Social Media Troll Before Fame”
Before Ayra Starr became one of Afrobeats’ biggest stars, she had an unexpected past—she was a social media troll!
The Rush hitmaker recently made this surprising confession on the I Said What I Said podcast, hosted by Feyikemi Abudu and Jola Ayeye. During the conversation, she revealed that before stepping into the spotlight, she ran a fan page dedicated to rap queen Nicki Minaj.
“I had a troll page, I had a Nicki Minaj fan page before I became Ayra Starr,” she admitted.
Ayra’s revelation left fans both amused and intrigued. It’s no secret that Nicki Minaj has one of the most passionate fan bases in the world—the Barbz—who are known for defending their queen fiercely online. As a die-hard fan, Ayra was right there with them, engaging in fan wars and hyping up Nicki’s career.
But what makes this revelation so interesting is how life has come full circle for Ayra Starr. Just a few years ago, she was an anonymous fan supporting her favorite artist from behind a screen. Today, she’s a global sensation, topping charts and sharing stages with music icons.
Ayra Starr’s rise to fame has been nothing short of remarkable. Discovered by Mavin Records boss Don Jazzy, she quickly became one of the hottest names in Afrobeats with hits like Away, Rush, and Sability. Her unique sound, confidence, and fierce personality have made her a role model for young artists across Africa.
Her story is a reminder that many of today’s biggest stars were once just regular fans, dreaming of making it big. Who knows? Maybe one day, Ayra Starr will get the ultimate full-circle moment—a collaboration with Nicki Minaj!
For now, fans are loving this fun side of her story, and many can relate. After all, who hasn’t been a passionate fan of their favorite artist at some point?