Ayra Starr’s “Hot Body” Images Are a Stunning Tropical Display
Afrobeats superstar Ayra Starr’s latest music video for her summer hit song “Hot Body” is as sultry as it gets. Sexy bodies, a party on a yacht, tropical heat—the works!
For weeks on end, the artist has been a regular on the radio with this genuine hit. The song’s official visuals are a sensuous extravaganza, which ups the ante even though the original release featured a sensual visualizer.
The song explores themes of power, confidence, conceit, and self-expression. It shares the glitz and luxury of R&B and hip-hop videos from the 1990s and 2000s, but this time it’s not about chasing the male gaze; rather, it’s a nod to women taking back that power for themselves and establishing a standard for what empowerment looks like.
Following a hectic year for the 22-year-old, the video was released. With performances at sold-out stadiums with Coldplay, her debut as the first Afrobeats performer on Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage, her memorable Met Gala moments, and her first BET Award, Ayra Starr is solidifying her place as one of the most significant voices in contemporary global music. With a Global Citizen Festival performance planned and Grammy and VMA nominations already under her belt, “Hot Body” is the ideal capstone to her unstoppable career.
