Nigerian superstar Rema has stirred laughter across social media after playfully calling out fellow Mavin Records star Ayra Starr for relocating to New York.
Ayra Starr, who has been spending more time in the U.S. to push her growing international career, recently shared that she has always felt deeply connected to New York. In a past interview, the Grammy-nominated singer explained that the city reminds her of Lagos and has a strong African diaspora that makes her feel at home.
She said the move was a “natural progression” for her music and global goals.
Reacting to her relocation, Rema posted a picture of Ayra Starr on his Instagram page and teased her with a caption that immediately went viral:
“Love ur neighbor as yourself but once money land you change neighborhood. No wam.”
The playful jab, clearly delivered in a brotherly tone, had fans joking that Rema was complaining that the “Sabi Girl” had left her old circle behind now that she’s leveling up internationally.
Ayra Starr quickly responded in the comments. Initially confused, she replied:
“Remyy”
Moments later, after realizing the post was meant for her, she returned to say:
“Waitt”
Her reaction added even more humour to the moment, sending fans into another round of playful teasing.
Followers of both artistes flooded social media with comments praising their chemistry and genuine friendship. Many referred to them as “Mavin siblings”, a nickname fans have used for years due to their close bond under Don Jazzy’s label.
The light-hearted exchange comes weeks after the duo dropped their chart-topping hit “Who’s That Girl”, a collaboration that further cemented their musical synergy.
As both artistes continue their global rise, fans remain excited to see more of their fun interactions; online and on the charts.