Beninese-Nigerian singer Ayra Starr released her new album, 'Starrgirl', on August 14, 2026. The album is described as her most adventurous work, showcasing a wider range of musical styles compared to her previous two albums, '19 & Dangerous' (2021) and 'The Year I Turned 21' (2024).
'Starrgirl' features a blend of R&B, blues, Afropop, and pop balladry. The album includes collaborations with artists such as Kwn on ‘Amazing’, Wizkid on ‘Gimme Dat’, Leon Thomas on ‘Pressure’, Theodora on ‘Ms. Paper’, and Zayn Malik on ‘Heaven Baby’.
The album's songwriting also shows an evolution, moving beyond broad themes to incorporate more specificity, vulnerability, and personality. While the album is noted for its experimental nature, some tracks like ‘Where Do We Go’ and ‘Misunderstood’ are highlighted as not always fully hitting their mark.