Aya’s third album, AYA (2020), solidified her place as a global pop star. Mixing sensual melodies, Afrobeat rhythms, and sharp lyrics, it featured collaborations with international artists such as Maluma, Stormzy, and Ms. Banks. The project once again dominated charts in France and abroad, earning her multiple platinum certifications.
In 2023, Aya Nakamura released her fourth album, DNK, showcasing a more mature and confident artistic direction while maintaining her signature sound. The album includes hits like “Baby” and “Cadeau,” reaffirming her ability to evolve while staying true to her roots.
Known for her bold attitude, independence, and unapologetic personality, Aya has become a symbol of empowerment for women and the Afro-European community. Her lyrics, often written in French street slang, blend humor, emotion, and self-assurance, resonating with a wide and diverse audience.
Over her career, Aya Nakamura has broken numerous records: she is the most-streamed French female artist in the world, with billions of streams across platforms. She has also performed on some of the biggest stages globally and received awards from NRJ Music Awards, MTV Europe Music Awards, and Apple Music Awards.
In 2024, Aya made history when she performed at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, representing the diversity and creativity of modern France — a testament to her cultural impact.
Today, Aya Nakamura stands as one of the most influential and successful French-speaking artists of her generation. With her unique sound, confidence, and authenticity, she continues to shape the global music scene, inspiring a new wave of artists who blend African roots with contemporary urban and pop influences.
