Ayra Starr Dismisses Roc Nation ‘Slave Contract’ Rumours with Sarcastic Clapback
Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has addressed viral rumours claiming she signed a restrictive deal with Roc Nation, calling the allegations baseless and laughable. The controversy erupted after a podcast clip made the rounds online, accusing her record label of imposing tight controls over her personal and creative freedom.
According to the viral podcast, the singer was allegedly not allowed to have a boyfriend, collaborate freely with other artists, or control her public image, suggesting she had signed a “slave contract.” However, the podcast host provided no evidence or contract documents to back these claims, leading to widespread scepticism.
Ayra Starr quickly shut down the speculation with a sarcastic post on X (formerly Twitter), saying, “Does Ayra Starr know about this?” Her witty comeback drew laughter from fans and showed that she wasn’t taking the claims seriously.
Adding to the irony, Ayra had previously revealed her plan to include her real-life boyfriend in the music video for her upcoming single, “Lagos Love Story.” This directly contradicts the podcast’s claim that she was forbidden from having a relationship.
The false claims sparked intense reactions online, with many fans questioning the credibility of the podcast and pointing out how common it is for female artists to face unnecessary scrutiny. Others expressed concern over how damaging such unverified rumours could be to an artist’s image.
Roc Nation, which had proudly celebrated Ayra Starr’s recent BET award win, has yet to comment on the situation. Meanwhile, Ayra continues to enjoy her rising global fame and seems unfazed by the gossip.
Despite the drama, the 21-year-old star remains focused on her music career and personal growth, choosing humour and grace to handle the negative attention. Her response has once again proven why she’s known as the confident and outspoken “Sabi Girl” of Afrobeats.
