Summer Walker

Summer Marjani Walker, born on April 11, 1996, in Atlanta, Georgia, is a standout American R&B singer and songwriter known for her raw and emotive music. She taught herself to play the guitar by watching YouTube tutorials and began sharing her covers on platforms like YouTube and Vine, marking the start of her musical journey.

In late 2017, Walker signed with Love Renaissance (LVRN), an Atlanta-based record label, in partnership with Interscope Records. Her debut commercial mixtape, Last Day of Summer, was released in 2018, and featured the breakout single “Girls Need Love,” which earned her a spot on the Billboard Hot 100. The song’s success was further amplified when it received a remix with rapper Drake.

Her debut studio album, Over It, released in October 2019, was a critical success. It debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 and was certified triple platinum by the RIAA. The album’s success solidified Walker’s position as a leading figure in contemporary R&B, known for her emotional depth and vulnerability in her songwriting.

In her personal life, Walker announced her pregnancy with producer London on da Track in November 2020, and the couple welcomed their daughter in March 2021. She later had twin sons in December 2022 with rapper Larry A.K.A. Lvrd Pharaoh. Influenced by artists like Amy Winehouse, Jimi Hendrix, Erykah Badu, and Lauryn Hill, Walker’s music resonates with authenticity, continuing to inspire audiences worldwide.