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Kehlani is an American singer, songwriter, and dancer best known for her critically acclaimed mixtape, Cloud 19. Her distinctive style and honest lyricism have made her a prominent voice in contemporary R&B.
Kehlani Ashley Parrish was born on April 24, 1995, in Oakland, California. Her early life was marked by hardship; her father died when she was a young child, and her mother struggled with substance abuse. As a result, Kehlani was raised by her aunt, a shift that brought emotional complexity to her childhood. She has spoken about the confusion she felt growing up with a loving caregiver who was not her biological mother.
Attending the Oakland School for the Arts, Kehlani initially pursued a future in ballet. However, a knee injury forced her to abandon dance, leading her to explore a new creative outlet in music. This transition led her to join the teen pop band PopLyfe, which became a formative experience in her early music career.
Kehlani's music career began to take flight after parting ways with PopLyfe, with whom she competed on the sixth season of America's Got Talent in 2011. Contrary to rumors surrounding her departure—some speculating it was due to comments made by judge Piers Morgan—Kehlani later clarified that she left due to contractual disputes and alleged mistreatment by the band's manager.
Her debut mixtape, Cloud 19, released in 2014, was met with critical acclaim. The independent project showcased her talent and garnered widespread industry attention, helping lay the foundation for her successful transition into a solo artist. Her soulful R&B sound, blended with pop and hip-hop influences, quickly earned her a loyal fan base and respect within the music industry.
Kehlani's personal life has been publicly examined, especially following a mental health crisis in 2016. After a series of misunderstandings involving her ex-boyfriend, rapper PartyNextDoor, and then-boyfriend, NBA star Kyrie Irving, Kehlani attempted suicide. She later credited her recovery to the support of close friends and openly discussed the importance of prioritizing mental health.
In 2017, Kehlani publicly confirmed a relationship with a woman named Shaina, expressing deep love and a mutual commitment to support one another. Though the relationship ended, Kehlani has consistently championed LGBTQ+ visibility and self-love through her platform.
In September 2019, she and rapper YG were spotted together at New York Fashion Week, confirming their romantic involvement. Kehlani later shared affectionate posts about their relationship on social media, although the couple eventually parted ways.
Kehlani’s continued rise in the entertainment industry includes several successful projects following Cloud 19, including the Grammy-nominated mixtape You Should Be Here and her studio albums SweetSexySavage and It Was Good Until It Wasn’t. Her work has solidified her reputation as a bold and emotionally resonant artist.
As of recent estimates, Kehlani’s net worth is reported to be around $6 million. She continues to influence a new generation of artists by remaining authentic in both her music and personal life.
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