Ayra Starr, the talented singer and performer who was crowned Best Female Artist of the Year at the prestigious Headies Awards 2023, recently shared her thoughts on how the award was presented by the organizers.
The category for Best Female Artist of the Year 2023 was not announced during the live event of the Headies Awards 2023, which took place on Sunday, September 3, 2023. Instead, it was confirmed after the event had concluded.
Taking to her social media platform on Monday, September 4, 2023, Ayra expressed her dissatisfaction with the way the award was presented. She stated that she would not celebrate such a win, as it undermined the efforts that women put into their craft. According to Ayra, the award should have been recognized and announced on the main stage, as it symbolizes the recognition of their hard work off stage.
In her post, Ayra shared her disappointment, saying, “I will never be grateful for winning a category that wasn’t even deemed fit to be announced on stage! Best female artist, really? We work tirelessly, each and every one of us! I’ve witnessed Tiwa record four hit songs in one night, and Tems lives and breathes music. We deserve better than this indifference! Nigeria, you didn’t raise me to settle for mediocrity.”
Ayra’s heartfelt message sheds light on the importance of recognizing and appreciating the efforts of female artists in the music industry. Her words serve as a reminder that these talented individuals deserve to be celebrated and acknowledged for their hard work and dedication.