Nigerian music executive and Mavin Records founder, Don Jazzy, has revealed that singer Ayra Starr has had a significant impact on his life, describing her emergence as a blessing.
Don Jazzy made the revelation while reacting to a post on X by a user, @_Fabianszn, who shared an old photograph of Ayra Starr and praised the music executive for playing a crucial role in her career.
The X user wrote: “Don Jazzy really saved Ayra Starr, if not she for still dey teach kindergarten children.”
Responding to the post, Don Jazzy acknowledged the role he played in Ayra Starr’s career but said the relationship had also transformed his own life.
“I bless the day I was shown her Instagram freestyle,” he wrote.
“She has most definitely changed my own life too. And she has been nothing but a dream Starrgirl.”
Ayra Starr, whose real name is Oyinkansola Sarah Aderibigbe, was signed by Don Jazzy to Mavin Records in 2020 after attracting attention through her freestyle videos and song covers posted on Instagram.
Her signing marked the beginning of a rapid rise in the Nigerian and global music scene, with the singer establishing herself as one of Africa’s prominent young music stars.
Since breaking into the mainstream, Ayra Starr has released several successful songs and projects and built a strong international following.
Don Jazzy’s latest comments highlight the impact of their professional relationship, suggesting that the success has been mutually rewarding rather than one-sided.
His remarks also reflect his continued appreciation for the discovery that led to Ayra Starr joining Mavin Records and becoming a major figure in contemporary African music.
The exchange has generated attention among music fans, with many praising the bond between the music executive and the artiste whose career has grown significantly since her discovery.
For Don Jazzy, Ayra Starr’s journey appears to represent not only a successful investment in talent but also a life-changing chapter in his own career.
