Nigerian music executive and Mavin Records boss, Don Jazzy, has revealed that Ayra Starr has had a major impact on his life, saying he “blesses the day” he discovered the singer.
Don Jazzy made the revelation while reacting to an old photo of Ayra Starr shared on X by a user identified as @_Fabianszn.
The user praised Don Jazzy for discovering and supporting Ayra Starr, suggesting that the singer might have remained a kindergarten teacher if not for the opportunity that launched her music career.
“Don Jazzy really saved Ayra Starr if not she for still dey teach kindergarten children,” the user wrote.
Rather than taking credit for Ayra Starr’s success, Don Jazzy revealed that their relationship had also positively transformed his own life.
Don Jazzy Recalls How He Discovered Ayra Starr
The music executive recalled discovering Ayra Starr through an Instagram freestyle before she eventually became one of Nigeria’s biggest young music stars.
According to Don Jazzy, he remains grateful that he was introduced to the singer’s freestyle, describing the moment as one that changed his life as well.
“I bless the day I was shown her Instagram freestyle o,” he said.
He added that Ayra Starr had “most definitely changed” his own life and praised her personality and journey as an artiste.
“She has most definitely changed my own life too. And she has been nothing but a dream Starrgirl,” Don Jazzy added.
Ayra Starr’s Rise Under Mavin
Ayra Starr joined Mavin Records in 2020 and quickly attracted attention with her distinctive sound and youthful style.
Her breakthrough came with songs such as “Away” and later “Rush,” which helped establish her as one of the leading names in Nigeria’s new generation of Afrobeats stars.
Her rapid rise has also strengthened Mavin’s reputation for discovering and developing young Nigerian talent.
Don Jazzy’s latest comment highlights the mutual impact of their relationship, showing that while his support played an important role in Ayra Starr’s career, the singer’s success has also become a meaningful part of his own journey in the music industry.
