Joann Marie Slater, better known by her stage name Ann Marie, is an American singer, rapper, and songwriter, widely recognized for her heartfelt and vulnerable approach to contemporary R&B. Born on November 20, 1995, in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood, Ann Marie developed a passion for music at a young age, with influences from iconic artists such as Aaliyah and SWV shaping her sound.

She rose to fame in 2019 with the release of her hit single “Secret,” featuring YK Osiris, which quickly gained traction, amassing over 100 million views on YouTube and peaking at number 22 on the Billboard Hot R&B Songs chart. This success earned her a contract with Interscope Records. Later that year, she dropped her debut EP, Pretty Psycho, a collection that blended sultry melodies with bold, candid lyrics that captured her authentic voice.

Ann Marie’s debut album, Hate Love, arrived in 2021, solidifying her position as a rising star in R&B. She continued to make waves in 2022 with the release of the two-part project Pain Never Looked This Good.

However, her career has also been marked by controversy. In December 2020, Ann Marie was involved in a shooting incident with her childhood friend, which led to charges of gun possession and aggravated assault. Despite this, she was later released on bond.

Ann Marie’s raw, unfiltered artistry and her ability to weave personal experiences into her music continue to resonate deeply with her audience, drawing on the nostalgic essence of 90s R&B while pushing the genre into new territories.