“Female artistes are not held to the same standards as the males” – Ayra Starr

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Fast rising singer, Ayra Starr has stated that female artistes are not held to the same standards as the males.

The singer in a recent interview with Saturday Beats said she that  was grateful to the women that paved the way for her in the industry.

She opined that female artist are scrutinized in the industry compared to their male colleagues.

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In her words;

 “I am grateful to the women who came before me, who paved the way. Because of them, I am not dealing with so much. However, there is still that issue of female artistes being scrutinised more than their male colleagues. Female artistes are not held to the same standards as the males.”

When asked on how she feels about the reviews on her new song, ‘Sability’, the Mavin singer said;

“Of course, I am excited. I wanted people to feel good and be happy while listening to the song. I am happy it’s doing that and even more. I wanted to put out a song that would make some people remember the times in their lives when they literally had no worries; and, that was how I arrived at ‘Sability’.”

Reacting to those criticising the song, the talented singer said,

“They really just have to take the time to listen to the song well. It’s a happy song and I hope they are happy when they listen to it.”

The 20-year-old also revealed she’s never under pressure to release hit songs.

She said,

“I am never under pressure to release hit songs. I just want to make songs that make sense to me and my fans.”

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