Ayra Starr’s “19 & Dangerous (Deluxe)” is an expanded and re-sequenced version of her critically acclaimed 2021 debut album, released in October 2022. The deluxe version contains six new tracks that build upon the themes of wild confidence, vulnerability, and self-assuredness from the original album.
The additions, including the viral hit “Rush”, a remix of “Bloody Samaritan” featuring Kelly Rowland, and new collaborations with Lojay and Zinoleesky, reinvigorate the project. The tracklist was also re-sequenced to form a more cohesive narrative arc, telling a more definitive story of Ayra’s journey.
While some critics questioned the necessity of a deluxe, many acknowledged that the new songs and updated tracklist succeeded in showcasing Ayra Starr’s versatility and growth as an artist. The deluxe version further solidified her position as a major new voice in the Afrobeats scene, with the inclusion of international collaborations highlighting her expanding global appeal. It reasserted her defiant and unapologetic attitude, continuing to appeal to a Gen Z audience with its blend of Afropop, R&B, and trap.
