In the popular video, Ayra Starr meets important people near Burna Boy’s mother, and what stands out is not the famous people around her but the unique way she used to greet them


In Yoruba culture, there’s a tradition that values respect and hierarchy. People with lower status usually kneel when greeting their elders, especially those with higher positions. This shows proper etiquette in their culture.

However, Ayra Starr surprised people and started a discussion by not following the usual greeting. Instead, she greeted the important people in a casual way, which some thought was disrespectful to tradition

The ongoing online discussion has shed light on a bigger talk about how old ways and new ways mix in today’s world. Some say we should keep our old traditions to show our cultural identity and respect, while others support a more flexible approach that includes changing norms and personal expression.

Ayra Starr’s experience is a strong reminder of how important her public image is and the cultural impact of what she does. As a rising star in Nigeria’s lively music scene, people closely watch and judge everything she does.

The singer has since apologized and expressed regret for the incident in a post on X.

😭😭 I’m so sorry , I had just walked in and all the lights and nerves didn’t let me see but i came back around to greet everyone properly, I have never been that girl to be disrespectful, I’m a proper Yoruba girlllll and the video didn’t start until after I’d greeted burna’s mom ! I’m very sorry to the legend, uncle and King Sunny Ade.

Ayra Star via X formerly Twitter

Ayra Starr was nominated for her first Grammy Award in the category of Best African Music Performance for her song “Rush.”