Tinashe is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and actress known for her genre-blending sound and fiercely independent spirit. Raised in Pasadena, California after being born in Lexington, Kentucky, Tinashe began her career in entertainment as a child actress, appearing in projects like The Polar Express and Two and a Half Men. She first gained musical recognition as a member of the girl group The Stunners before launching her solo career with critically acclaimed mixtapes such as In Case We Die and Reverie in 2012. Her breakthrough came with the platinum-certified single "2 On" (featuring Schoolboy Q), which peaked at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 and anchored her debut album Aquarius (2014), lauded as one of the strongest debuts by a new artist in years. After releasing several albums with RCA, including Nightride (2016) and Joyride (2018), Tinashe transitioned to independent artistry, further showcasing her versatility with albums like Songs for You (2019), 333 (2021), and Quantum Baby (2024). Celebrated for her innovative approach to R&B, pop, and electronic music, Tinashe continues to push creative boundaries and inspire with her authenticity and artistic control.