Famous Nigerian songstress, Oyinkansola Aderigbigbe, popularly known as Ayra Starr, has made waves by receiving four nominations for the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards. The nominees list was unveiled by the organisers on Wednesday, showcasing a competitive lineup of talented artists from various genres.
Ayra Starr earned nominations in several prestigious categories: ‘Best African Act,’ ‘Best Push,’ ‘Best Afrobeats,’ and ‘Best New Artist.’ This recognition highlights her rising star status within the global music industry and acknowledges her contributions to the Afrobeats genre, which has been gaining traction worldwide.
In the ‘Best Afrobeats’ category, Ayra Starr is up against some of Nigeria’s finest musicians, including Tems, Burna Boy, Asake, and Rema. Each of these artists has made significant impacts both locally and internationally, and the competition in this category is fierce. Additionally, South Africa’s Tyla received nominations in four categories, including ‘Best New Artist,’ ‘Best Afrobeats,’ ‘Best African Act,’ and ‘Best R&B,’ indicating the growing influence of African music on the global stage.
The awards show is particularly significant this year, as it marks the 30th edition of the MTV Europe Music Awards. It is set to take place on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at Manchester’s Co-op Live in the UK. The event promises to be a celebration of music, bringing together some of the most talented artists from around the globe.
Among the nominees, American singer Taylor Swift stands out with the most nominations, securing seven categories in total. This year’s nominees list reflects a diverse range of musical talent and genres, from pop and rock to R&B and hip-hop, showcasing the evolving landscape of the music industry.
Ayra Starr’s nominations come on the heels of her recent successes, including chart-topping singles and widespread acclaim for her debut album. Her song “Rush” has become a viral hit, resonating with audiences and further solidifying her place as one of the leading voices in Afrobeats. With her unique sound and captivating stage presence, Ayra has captured the hearts of fans around the world, making her a deserving contender in these prestigious awards.
The full nominees list for the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards includes:
Best New Artist
Ayra Starr
Chappell Roan
LE SSERAFIM
Benson Boone
The Last Dinner Party
Teddy Swims
Tyla
Best Afrobeats
Asake
Burna Boy
Rema
Ayra Starr
Tems
Tyla
Best Push
Chappell Roan
Ayra Starr
Coco Jones
Flyana Boss
Laufey
LE SSERAFIM
Jessie Murph
Mark Ambor
Teddy Swims
Shaboozey
The Warning
Victoria Monét
Best R&B
SZA
Kehlani
Tinashe
Usher
Victoria Monét
Tyla
Best Song
Ariana Grande – ‘We Can’t Be Friends’
Sabrina Carpenter – ‘Espresso’
Benson – ‘Beautiful Things’
Beyoncé – ‘Texas Hold ‘Em’
Chappell Roan – ‘Good Luck, Babe!’
Billie Eilish – ‘Birds of a Feather’
Best Video
Charli xcx – ‘360’
Ariana Grande – ‘We Can’t Be Friends (Wait For Your Love)’
Eminem – ’Houdini’
Kendrick Lamar – ‘Not Like Us’
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – ‘Fortnight’
LISA ft. Rosalía – ‘New Woman’
Best Artist
Billie Eilish
Beyoncé
Post Malone
Sabrina Carpenter
Taylor Swift
RAYE
Best Collaboration
Future, Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar – ‘Like That’
Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars – ‘Die With A Smile’
LISA ft. Rosalía – ‘New Woman’
Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – ‘Fortnight’
Peso Pluma, Anitta – ‘Bellakeo’
Best Pop
Billie Eilish
Ariana Grande
Camila Cabello
Charli xcx
Sabrina Carpenter
Dua Lipa
Taylor Swift
Best Rock
The Killers
Coldplay
Green Day
Lenny Kravitz
Kings of Leon
Liam Gallagher
Bon Jovi
Best Latin
Anitta
Bad Bunny
Karol G
Peso Pluma
Rauw Alejandro
Shakira
Best K-Pop
Stray Kids
Jung Kook
LE SSERAFIM
Jimin
Lisa
NewJeans
Best Alternative
Hozier
Imagine Dragons
Twenty One Pilots
Lana Del Rey
Yungblud
Fontaines D.C.
Best Electronic
Fred Again
David Guetta
DJ Snake
Disclosure
Swedish House Mafia
Calvin Harris
Best Hip-Hop
Travis Scott
Eminem
Megan Thee Stallion
Kendrick Lamar
Central Cee
Nicki Minaj
Best Live Performance
Coldplay
Adele
Doja Cat
Travis Scott
Taylor Swift
RAYE
Biggest Fans
Ariana Grande
Anitta
Beyoncé
Chappell Roan
Billie Eilish
Charli xcx
Lisa
Katy Perry
Nicki Minaj
Shawn Mendes
Sabrina Carpenter
Taylor Swift
Best African Act
Ayra Starr
Asake
DBN Gogo
TitoM & Yuppe
Tyla
Diamond Platnumz
Best Asian Act
Mahalini
Bini
Illit
Masdo
Sakurazaka46
Best Australian Act
Cyril
The Kid LAROI
Kylie Minogue
Sia
Troye Sivan
Confidence Man
Best Austrian Act
Christina Stürmer
Bilderbuch
Esther Graf
Wanda
Money Boy
RAF Camora
Best Brazilian Act
Jão
Matuê
Pabllo Vittar
Pedro Sampaio
Luisa Sonza
Best Canadian Act
Shawn Mendes
Kaytranada
Nelly Furtado
Tate McRae
AR Paisley
Best Caribbean Act
Luar la L
Eladio Carrion
YovngChimi
Myke Towers
Young Miko
Best Dutch Act
Claude
Mr. Belt & Wezol
Jonna Fraser
Son Mieux
Roxy Dekker
Best French Act
Dadju & Tayc
GIMS
Aya Nakamura
Pierre Garnier
Vitaa
Slimane
Best German Act
Luciano
AYLIVA
K.I.Z
Shirin David
Pashanim
Best Indian Act
Chirag Todi
Dee MC & EPR
Kamakshi Khanna
Hanumankind
Mali
Armaan Malik
Best Italian Act
Mahmood
Annalisa
Ghali
The Kolors
Angelina Mango
Best Israeli Act
Agam Buhbut
Anna Zak
Noa Kirel
Shahar Saul
Shahar Tavoch
Best Latin America Central Act
Beele
Blessd
Kapo
Manuel Turizo
Sofia Castro
Best Latin America North Act
Danna
El Malilla
Gabito Ballesteros
Natanael Cano
YeriMua
Best Latin America South Act
Dillom
Emilia
Luck Ra
Maria Becerra
Trueno
Best Nordic Act
Alesso
Girl in Red
Laufey
Swedish House Mafia
Zara Larsson
Best Polish Act
Daria Zawiałow
Kacperczyk
Kwiat Jabłoni
Pro8l3m
Zalewski
Best Portuguese Act
Bárbara Bandeira
Bárbara Tinoco
Dillaz
Ivandro
Slow J
Best Spanish Act
Mikel Izal
Ana Mena
Belén Aguilera
Lola Indigo
Dani Fernández
Best Swiss Act
Nemo
Benjamin Amaru
Faber
Priya Ragu
Stress
Best UK & Ireland Act
Chase & Status
Central Cee
Charli xcx
Dua Lipa
RAYE
Hozier
Best US Act
Sabrina Carpenter
Beyoncé
Kendrick Lamar
Taylor Swift
Ariana Grande
As the excitement builds for the MTV Europe Music Awards, fans of Ayra Starr and other nominated artists are eager to see who will take home the coveted trophies. With her remarkable talent and hard work, Ayra Starr is poised to make a significant impact at the awards and in the broader music industry.
