This album is a confident, genre-fluid statement that cements Ayra Starr’s place at the forefront of global pop. Building on her signature Afrobeats foundation, the Nigerian singer seamlessly expands into house, R&B, dancehall, and bouyon across 16 polished tracks. Highlights like the electric ‘Dangerous’ and the glossy Wizkid collaboration ‘Gimme Dat’ showcase her sharp melodic instincts and commanding vocal presence. Meanwhile, softer cuts like ‘Misunderstood’ and the Zayn Malik duet ‘Heaven Baby’ bring welcome emotional depth. Smoothly executed and effortlessly charming, ‘Starrgirl’ captures an artist stepping into her prime with undeniable swagger. GM

Out now on Republic