Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has ignited fan debates after openly declaring Burna Boy as her number-one collaboration target, overshadowing every other global star on her wishlist.

The singer made the revelation during a Billboard interview with Love Island USA star Chelley Bissainthe while discussing her 2026 Grammy nomination — a milestone she described as deeply affirming.

Reflecting on her growth, Ayra admitted that her first Grammy nod felt surreal, but the second nomination forced her to trust herself, her talent and divine timing more deeply.

Despite already collaborating with major artists, the Rush crooner made it clear that Burna Boy remains her ultimate creative goal, reinforcing long-standing fan speculation.

Ayra earned her latest Grammy nomination for Best African Music Performance through Gimme Dat, her April 2025 collaboration with Wizkid, placing her among Africa’s most globally visible stars.

The nominations, announced in November 2025 ahead of the February 1, 2026 ceremony, further cement Ayra Starr’s rise as she continues to position herself among Afrobeats’ elite.