I’m old despite being just 22 – Ayra Starr laments

• Ayra Starr said that despite being born in 2002, she already feels old.
• She revealed that she had met people born in the 90s who were younger and more vibrant than her.

Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr has opened up about the toll her busy schedule has taken on her personal life and appearance.

The singer stated that despite being just 22 years old, she feels like she’s already showing signs of aging.

Ayra Starr shared her thoughts on how her hectic lifestyle has affected her, comparing herself to others who seem more youthful and vibrant.

In a conversation with ‘Rode’ in Nairobi, Kenya, the singer expressed her desire to slow down and prioritize self-care.

She confessed that she often craves rest and relaxation, feeling overwhelmed by the demands of her career.

She said:

“I have met people who were born in the 90s and they’re so vibrant and so young. I’m old and I was just born in 2002.

“I want to stay home, I want to sleep.”

Ayra Starr also discussed what drives her creative process. She revealed that the more music she makes, the more she understands her artistic path and the message she wants to convey.

“I feel like the more I make music, the more I recognise what my path is and what I’m trying to do”, she stated.

Ayra Starr had earlier cried out over her inability to get maximum rest.

Dressed in a simple night robe, Ayra, in live clip, appeared visibly drained, her face a canvas of exhaustion that reflected the unyielding pressure she’s under as a rising star.

It wasn’t long before her concerned fans began to express their worries, with one particularly inquisitive follower bravely asking about her well-being.

In a moment that resonated deeply, Ayra opened up about her struggle, candidly stating that her worn-out appearance was a direct result of her intense and hectic music schedule.

She revealed that she hadn’t slept in two days, a stark testament to the relentless pace of her life on the road.