Popular Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has addressed the speculated rivalry between her fellow artists Asake and Seyi Vibez, asserting that she was unaware of any tension between the two.
In a recent interview with The Beat FM Lagos, Ayra Starr was asked if her decision to collaborate with both artists on her sophomore album, ‘The Year I Turned 21,’ was influenced by their alleged rivalry.
Starr denied any knowledge of such a rivalry, stating that her choice was driven purely by her admiration for their musical talents.
“I didn’t put Asake and Seyi Vibez on my album because of their rivalry. I didn’t know about the rivalry between Asake and Seyi Vibez. I just love both of them as artists,” she said.
Ayra Starr emphasized her focus on the sonic quality of her music rather than any external factors.
“I’m really big on sonics; what would sound good sonically. My team is always thinking of the business side but I’m just thinking of who would be sonically compatible with me,” she explained.
She further shared her appreciation for Seyi Vibez’s music, specifically his track ‘Different Pattern,’ which she had been listening to for a considerable time.
“I’ve been listening to Seyi Vibez’s ‘Different Pattern’ for a very long time. So I decided to work with him. When I sent the record to him, he sent his verse almost immediately,” Starr noted.
Similarly, Ayra Starr praised Asake for his promptness and professionalism. “Asake, too, he sent me his verse in three days,” she added
