Ari Lennox, born Courtney Shanade Salter on March 26, 1991, is an American singer and songwriter known for her soulful and emotive voice. Raised in Washington, D.C., Lennox began pursuing music at a young age and gained recognition with her debut EP, "Pho," released in 2016. However, it was her association with J. Cole's Dreamville Records that truly propelled her into the spotlight. She signed with the label in 2015 and later released her critically acclaimed debut studio album, "Shea Butter Baby," in 2019.

Lennox's music is often characterized by its smooth blend of R&B, neo-soul, and hip-hop influences. Her lyrics are introspective and honest, addressing themes of love, self-discovery, and empowerment. The album "Shea Butter Baby" received widespread acclaim for its soulful sound and Lennox's captivating vocals. The title track, featuring J. Cole, became a hit and further solidified her position in the contemporary R&B scene. Ari Lennox continues to be celebrated for her authenticity, vocal prowess, and contribution to the evolution of modern soul music.

Ari Lennox Courtney Shanade Salter (born March 26, 1991), known professionally as Ari Lennox, is an American R&B singer from Washington, D.C. She is the first female artist to be signed to J. Cole's record label, Dreamville Records. She began gaining recognition after the release of her first EP Pho (2016) on the label. That same year, she made an uncredited guest appearance on J. Cole's song "Change". Lennox's debut studio album Shea Butter Baby followed in 2019. Ari Lennox Ari Lennox Birth name Courtney Shanade Salter Born March 26, 1991 Washington, D.C., U.S. Genres R&B soulneo soul Occupation(s) Singer Years active 2012–presen also been featured on the Dreamville compilation albums Revenge of the Dreamers II (2015), and Revenge of the Dreamers III (2019), the latter of which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart and earned Lennox a Grammy Award nomination for Best Rap Album.[1] In 2021, Lennox earned her first entries on the Billboard Hot 100 with her single "Pressure", and her feature on the song "Unloyal" by Summer Walker.

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