Ravyn Lenae, born on January 22, 1999, in Chicago, Illinois, is an American R&B singer-songwriter who has made a significant impact on the music scene with her unique sound and style. She is currently signed to Atlantic Records and is a member of the musical collective Zero Fatigue, which includes artists like Smino and Jean Deaux. Lenae's music career began to take off with the release of her debut EP, "Moon Shoes," in 2015, which was later reissued by Atlantic Records in 2016. Her follow-up EP, "Midnight Moonlight," was released in 2017, showcasing her growth as an artist and her ability to blend R&B with electronic, soul, and hip-hop elements.

Lenae's music has been well-received by both fans and critics, earning her a spot on Rolling Stone's list of "10 New Artists You Need to Know" in March 2017. Her third EP, "Crush," entirely produced by Steve Lacy, was released on February 9, 2018, further solidifying her place in the music industry. On February 1, 2022, Lenae released "Skin Tight" with Steve Lacy, the first single from her debut album, "Hypnos," which was released on May 20, 2022. The album features contributions from notable artists and producers such as Monte Booker, Steve Lacy, Kaytranada, Fousheé, Mereba, Smino, Sango, Luke Titus, IAMNOBODI, Phoelix, and Teo Halm. In addition to her recorded work, Lenae has performed at several music festivals and opened for SZA on her Ctrl Tour in 2017.