Over the weekend, one of our favorite Ayra Starr collaborations was nominated for Best African Music performance at the 2026 Grammy awards (another one, thank ya!). This got us thinking about all the other amazing collaborations she has been a part of, so of course we had to write an entire article about it.
In honor of Ayra Starr carrying Afrobeats on her back for yet another year, here are some of our favorite collaborations from the 2x Grammy nominee (did we mention that already?)
Gimme Dat (feat. Wizkid)
It’s Grammy nominated “Gimme Dat” to you! From the second we heard that first “Gahdem” from Wizkid we knew it was over (and apparently, so did the Recording Academy). Ayra Starr was in very fine form on this one, serving equal parts lyrical wit and sex appeal like a true student of the game. Anyway, enough said. Give them dat Grammy!
Escaladizzy II (with Mavo, Shallipopi and Zlatan)
Arguably one of the best guest verses of the year, Ayra Starr schooled the boys on “Escaladizzy II” in true Afropop princess fashion. As if that wasn’t enough, she killed it on the outro as well. Definitely one of our favorite Ayra moments this year!
Good Feelings (with Coldplay)
Ayra Starr showcased her artistic range AND served disney princess with her verse on Coldplay’s “Good Feelings”. Her vocals are positively heavenly, and so is the song. Overall, it has the desired effect—good feelings are 100% guaranteed when you press play on this track.
Who’s Dat Girl (with Rema)
his is without a doubt the hottest collab of 2025 (no room for argument whatsoever, Cynthia Ofori, go home!). We still don’t know which part of the song we’re more obsessed with–Rema’s crazy verse or Ayra Starr’s killer outro–but we do know that this is a solid contender for song of the year.
Bad Vibes (feat. Seyi Vibez)
Ayra Starr and Seyi Vibez—the combo we didn’t know we needed. One of the lead singles off her sophomore album, “Bad Vibes” sees Ayra Starr at her most lyrically dexterous. Not only is this track endlessly quotable, the Seyi Vibez verse gives it a certain je ne sais quoi as well. Love it!
Bloody Samaritan Remix (with Kelly Rowland and Loud Choir)
The original “Bloody Samaritan” is already a vibe, but this remix with the iconic Kelly Rowland and Loud Choir takes it to the next level (cue vocal masterpiece!). We love everything about this one–the harmonies, the instrumental, Ayra Starr, Ayra Starr, Ayra Starr. 10/10, no notes!
