Following the 2026 Met Gala, Rihanna posted a video on Thursday that rekindled an internet feud between fans of Nigerian artist Ayra Starr and South African singer Tyla.
The argument began after a video from Sunday’s Met Gala showed Tyla standing nearby while Rihanna seemed to be having a different conversation.
According to some social media users, Rihanna was disregarding the South African musician.
After Rihanna uploaded a video with Ayra Starr’s song “Who’s Dat Girl” playing in the background, the conversation got more heated.
The choice prompted speculation from fans who viewed it as a subtle comment on the earlier encounter.
The post quickly became a focal point for reactions across X, with users weighing in on both sides.
Some celebrated the pairing of Rihanna with Ayra Starr’s track, while others defended Tyla and criticised the backlash she received.
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Several commenters also used the moment to revive comparisons between the two African artists, often centred on awards, streaming numbers, and global visibility.
In the past, Tyla and Ayra Starr have both denied rumours of a personal conflict.
Tyla talked about the Met Gala exchange on TikTok, stating that she didn’t approach Rihanna since she was preoccupied and didn’t want to disturb her.
She also remembered their friendly encounter from the previous year.
Ayra Starr has also rejected attempts to position her against Tyla, calling the South African singer a friend and criticising the ongoing comparisons between female musicians.
