Sability

Tela Wangeci of the Native described "Sability" as a confident and powerful anthem, highlighting her growth as an artist. She noted that the song, marked by a catchy hook and bold lyrics, reflects Ayra's self-assurance and her ability to dominate Afropop with her unique "Sabi" attitude. Wangeci concluded, "'Sability' is a potent reminder that we should have faith in our abilities, triumphs, and potential."{{cite magazine|author=Wangeci, Tela|title=Best New Music: Ayra Starr Embodies Ultra-Confidence on "Sability"|url=https://thenativemag.com/best-new-music-ayra-starr-sability/|magazine=The Native|access-date=26 November 2024|date=14 February 2023}}

Described by Ayra Starr herself as a "happy song,"{{cite web|author=Shumba, Ano|title=Ayra Starr releases Sability single|url=https://www.musicinafrica.net/magazine/ayra-starr-releases-sability-single|website=Music in Africa|access-date=26 November 2024|date=10 February 2023}} "Sability" blends a relaxed and upbeat vibe with her referencing figures like Japanese footballer Shinji Kagawa. The song's verses are delivered with a playful energy, while the hook, which incorporates a sample from Awilo Logomba's "Coupé Bibamba," adds a dynamic layer to the track. The Guardian noted that the hook contrasts with the overall tone of the song, potentially altering its intended effect.{{cite news|author=Ihekire, Chinonso|title=Ayra Starr returns with Sability|url=https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/ayra-starr-returns-with-sability/|work=The Guardian|access-date=26 November 2024|date=11 February 2023}}

The music video for "Sability" was released on 19 February 2023. It was directed by Earthboi.{{cite news|author=Okhide, Peter|title=Ayra Starr Delivers Colorful Video For 'Sability'|url=https://notjustok.com/songs/videos/ayra-starr-sability-video/|work=NotJustOk|access-date=26 November 2024|date=19 February 2023}}

"Sability" debuted at No. 1 on the Official Nigeria Top 100 on 21 February 2023, earning 3.42 million on-demand streams and 38.3 million in radio reach during its first tracking week. This marked Ayra Starr's fourth chart-topping entry on the Top 100, following "Bloody Samaritan," "Rush," and "Won Da Mo," solidifying her position as the only female artist with multiple No. 1 songs in Nigeria at the time.{{cite news|author=Oriowo, Ayomide|title=Ayra Starr's "Sability" Debuts at No. 1 on the Official Nigeria Top 100, Khaid's "Jolie" Rises to No. 7|url=https://www.turntablecharts.com/news/754|work=TurnTable|access-date=26 November 2024|date=21 February 2023}} In its second week, the song slipped to No. 2, overtaken by Bnxn's "Gwagwalada." Despite the dip, "Sability" remained a strong performer across streaming platforms, ranking No. 3 on the streaming chart with 2.36 million streams and achieving a radio reach of 42.6 million.{{cite news|author=Oriowo, Ayomide|title=BNXN's "Gwagwalada" with Kizz Daniel & Seyi Vibez Spends a Second Week at No. 1, Omah Lay's "soso" Returns to its No. 2 Peak|url=https://www.turntablecharts.com/news/758|work=TurnTable|access-date=26 November 2024|date=7 March 2023}}

By 15 March 2023, "Sability" had dropped to No. 5 after spending one week at the summit.{{cite news|author=Oriowo, Ayomide|title=BNXN fka Buju's "Gwagwalada" Spends a Third Week at No. 1, Spyro's "Who is Your Guy? (Remix)" with Tiwa Savage Jumps to No. 4|url=https://www.turntablecharts.com/news/772|work=TurnTable|access-date=26 November 2024|date=15 March 2023}} The song's decline continued in subsequent weeks, and by 29 March 2023, it had fallen to No. 7 on the chart.{{cite news|author=Oriowo, Ayomide|title=Adekunle Gold's "Party No Dey Stop" with Zinoleesky is No. 1 on This Week's Nigeria Top 100, Tiwa Savage's "Stamina" with Young Jonn & Ayra Moves to No. 4|url=https://www.turntablecharts.com/news/792|work=TurnTable|access-date=26 November 2024|date=29 March 2023}} By April, it exited the Top 10, concluding its chart run after a notable debut and consistent performances across both streaming and radio platforms.{{cite news|author=Oriowo, Ayomide|title=Adekunle Gold's "Party No Dey Stop" with Zinoleesky Spends a Sceond Week at No. 1, "Declan Rice" by Odumodublvck Starts at No. 8|url=https://www.turntablecharts.com/news/798|work=TurnTable|access-date=26 November 2024|date=3 April 2023}}

On 11 April 2024, Ayra Starr's track "Sability" reentered the Billboard U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart, taking the 47th spot. The song previously peaked at number 14, marking it as the sole entry on the chart for that week.{{cite news|author=Clifford, Elizabeth|title=Ayra Starr's 'Sability' reenters Billboard U.S. Afrobeats songs chart|url=https://notjustok.com/news/ayra-starrs-sability-reenters-billboard-u-s-afrobeats-songs-chart/|work=NotJustOk|access-date=26 November 2024|date=11 April 2024}}

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