“I Will Like To Give Some Flowers To A Young Girl Named Ayra Starr”- Video Of Tems Calling Ayra Starr A ‘Young Girl’ In Interview Trends

• Video of Tems calling Ayra Starr a ‘young girl’ during an interview has gone viral.
• The video shows Tems making the comment during an interview.
• Many social media users criticized Tems for her comments, calling them patronizing and condescending.

Newsypeople- The video of Tems calling Ayra Starr a “young girl” during an interview has sparked controversy on social media.

In the interview with National Public Radio, Tems praised Ayra Starr for her hard work and dedication to her craft, stating that she would like to give flowers to a young girl named Ayra Starr.

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This comment has been met with criticism from some fans of Ayra Starr, who feel that Tems’ description of Ayra as a “young girl” is patronizing and condescending.

Tems, whose real name is Temilade Openiyi, is a Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter known for her hit album “Born in the Wild.”

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She has been making headlines recently for surpassing Ayra Starr’s album “TYIT21” on Apple Music within a day of its release. Despite their professional success, the two artists have been praised by fans for their camaraderie and mutual support.

However, some fans of Ayra Starr have taken issue with Tems’ comments, feeling that she is belittling Ayra’s accomplishments and implying that she is not as important as Tems. This sentiment has been echoed by some social media users, who have criticized Tems for her remarks.

In response to the backlash, some fans have come to Tems’ defense, pointing out that she is seven years older than Ayra Starr and that her comments were likely intended as a genuine expression of admiration. Others have praised Tems for her support of Ayra Starr and the broader African music industry.

The controversy surrounding Tems’ comments highlights the ongoing challenges faced by women in the music industry, particularly in the context of African pop.

Despite significant strides in recent years, women in the industry still face patronizing and condescending attitudes, which can undermine their achievements and credibility.

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