Nigerian singers Ayra Starr and Rema gave a joint performance at the Global Citizen Festival in New York on September 27, drawing strong reactions from fans both at the venue and online.

Midway through her set, Ayra Starr invited Rema on stage to perform his hit song Calm Down. Their brief interaction on stage quickly became one of the most talked-about moments from the festival, with videos circulating widely on social media.

On Thursday, Ayra Starr shared a clip from the performance on her Instagram page with the caption, “We brought Afrobeats to the Global Citizen Stage!”

Their performance sparked conversations among fans, with many highlighting the growing presence of Nigerian artistes on international platforms. Both singers are signed to the same label and are part of a new wave of young musicians taking Afrobeats to wider audiences.

The Global Citizen Festival, held annually in New York, features performances by international artistes and attracts a global audience.