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Ayra Starr Performs ‘Last Heartbreak Song’On The Tonight Show
Ayra Starr has performed ‘Last Heartbreak Song’ on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon
Ayra Starr is one of the artists leading the exportation of Afrobeats with her captivating music making her one of the fastest-rising artists in the world.
In another milestone, the Grammy-nominated singer made her debut on The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon on July 24, 2024, where she performed her hit single, ‘Last Heartbreak Song,’ featuring American RnB sensation, Giveon.
She also performed ‘Woman Commando’ her exciting collaboration with American singer, Coco Jones, and Brazilian star Aniita.
The Tide Entertainment reports that the single is one of the tracks of her recently released critically acclaimed sophomore album ‘The Year I Turned 21,’ which also featured guest appearances from Nigerian hitmakers Asake and Seyi Vibez.
With her performance on The Tonight Show, Ayra Starr joins Wizkid, Tems, CKay, Burna Boy, Asake and Rema as Nigerian artistes who have performed on the late-night American TV Show.
Since making her debut with the self-titled EP in 2021, Ayra Starr has been a sensational artiste whose captivating melodies and versatility have won the hearts of millions of fans and several awards.
Her debut album, ’19 & Dangerous’ had the hit song, ‘Rush’ which earned several accolades including a diamond certification in France, the highest viewed music video by a Nigerian female artiste, and a Grammy nomination for Best African Song Performance.
Ayra Starr’s global rise is marked by her performances in notable festivals including a recent showing at the Glastonbury Festival where she shared the stage with Chris Martin of Coldplay ahead of her landmark collaboration with the British Band.
Ayra Starr also recently earned three nominations at the 2024 BET Awards including Best New Artiste, Best African Act and Best HER for her single ‘Comma’.
Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”
Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’
