Ari Lennox
Ari Lennox is a neo-soul artist from Washington, D.C..
Washington, D.C. singer on J. Cole's Dreamville label, known for warm, honest neo-soul on Shea Butter Baby.
Who is Ari Lennox?
Ari Lennox (Courtney Salter) is a singer and songwriter from Washington, D.C. In 2015 she signed with J. Cole's label Dreamville.
Known for
Her debut album Shea Butter Baby (2019), with the title track featuring J. Cole and "BMO", followed by age/sex/location (2022).
Style
Rich, soulful vocals with a playful and very honest edge. Her songs about love, heartbreak and self-confidence blend classic soul and jazz with modern hip-hop production.
Impact
Ari Lennox is one of the voices who brought neo-soul back into the spotlight for a new generation, right in the middle of a hip-hop label.
Influences
- Erykah Badu
- Jill Scott
Ari Lennox: quick answers
What genre is Ari Lennox?
Ari Lennox’s music falls under Neo-Soul. Ari Lennox is part of East Coast hip-hop, with the most important work in the 2020s.
Where is Ari Lennox from?
Ari Lennox is from Washington, D.C..
What is Ari Lennox’s real name?
Ari Lennox’s real name is Courtney Salter.
When did Ari Lennox start?
Ari Lennox has been active since 2012.
Who influenced Ari Lennox?
Ari Lennox was influenced by Erykah Badu.
Which artists are similar to Ari Lennox?
If you like Ari Lennox, listen to Brent Faiyaz, Erykah Badu, Lauryn Hill and Syd.
