Nigerian music stars Fola and Ayra Starr have reached another career milestone after appearing on the iconic Times Square digital billboard in New York following the release of their collaborative single, “Treat U Right.”
The billboard appearance celebrates the growing success of the Afrobeats collaboration, which was released on July 2 under Dangbana Republik Records/EMPIRE. The smooth Afro-R&B track has been praised for its chemistry, with both artists blending soulful melodies and contemporary Afrobeats into a romantic anthem that has resonated with fans worldwide.
Fola described the collaboration as an important step in his musical journey, saying “Treat U Right” represents another milestone in his mission to bridge Afrobeats with R&B and soul. He also praised Ayra Starr’s contribution, noting that her vocals added emotion and authenticity to the record.
For Ayra Starr, the Times Square feature adds to a growing list of international achievements, while for Fola, it marks another major breakthrough as one of Nigeria’s fast-rising Afrobeats talents. Fans have flooded social media with congratulatory messages, celebrating the duo’s global recognition and the continued rise of Nigerian music on the international stage.
