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The introductory "Away" is a pulsating, hip-grinding track that re-explores what typically makes up a break-up song. On the track, Starr says, "I free styled half of 'Away' at a time I was feeling down. It was like therapy. Singing the song out loud was like freeing myself from my burden. 'Away' is not just a heartbreak song, it's a song that empowers you to stand up to that thing or person that is causing you sadness."
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The accompanying music video, directed by
<strong>Kewa Oni </strong>and <strong>Seun Opabisi</strong>, tells a tale of being your own hero, as Starr embodies legendary feminist icons <strong>Joan of Arc </strong>and <strong>Dahomey Amazons</strong>, while surrounded by an army of dancers. We also can't help but get stuck in the vivid colour scape and Starr's entrancing eyes.
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If
<em>Ayra Starr </em>the EP is anything to go by, we expect and are excited to watch Arya Starr keep her namesake.
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Check out the music video for "Away" and the <em>Ayra Starr</em> EP here.</p><p><div class="dfp_atf-slot" data-not-loaded="true"></div><script type="text/javascript">
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