Summer Walker
R&B Singer
Summer Marjani Walker is an American R&B singer. In 2017, she signed to Love Renaissance and Interscope Records.
About
Summer Marjani Walker, born April 11th, 1995 in Atlanta, Georgia, is an American R&B singer and songwriter. She was raised in South Florida by her mother and stepfather, both of whom were musicians. Growing up she sang in church choirs and school plays.
Walker released her debut single "CPR" on June 15, 2018 which garnered the attention of music industry executives. On October 19th of the same year she released her first EP titled Last Day of Summer which debuted at number three on the Billboard 200 chart with over 55 million streams worldwide. Her most successful single from the EP, “Girls Need Love” featured Drake and peaked at number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The success of that release led to a deal with LVRN/Interscope Records.
On November 15th 2019 Walker released her debut studio album Over It which debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 chart becoming the highest-charting full length project by a female R&B artist since 2017. The album spawned five singles including “Playing Games” featuring Bryson Tiller and “Come Thru” featuring Usher which peaked at number 34 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Walker has received numerous awards and nominations for her music including two Grammy Awards for Best New Artist and Best R&B Album in 2020 as well as two BET Awards for Best New Artist and Best Female R&B/Pop Artist in 2020. She was also nominated for MTV VMA's Push Artist of the Year in 2019.
Life Timeline
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">1992</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Summer Walker Born</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">On April 11, 1992, Summer Walker was born in LaFayette, Georgia.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2015</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Releases First Single 'Playing Games'</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Summer releases her first single "Playing Games" on SoundCloud, which quickly gains traction and reaches over a million streams.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2018</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Signs with LVRN Records</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Walker signs a record deal with LVRN Records and releases her debut EP, Last Day of Summer.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2019</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Debut Album 'Over It' Released</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Walker releases her debut album Over It, which debuts at number two on the Billboard 200 chart.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2020</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Receives Four Grammy Nominations</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Summer Walker is nominated for four Grammys: Record of the Year, Best R&B Performance, Best R&B Song, and Best New Artist.</p></div>
<div id="" class="timeline-item"><p id="" class="timeline-year">2021</p><h3 id="" class="timeline-title">Release of Second Studio Album</h3><p id="" class="timeline-text">Summer Walker releases her second studio album Life on Earth.</p></div>
Why We Love Them
<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">A.</span>Her Emotional Music </h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Summer Walker is an amazing R&B singer who creates music that speaks to our emotions. Her songs are heartfelt and powerful, and capture the struggles we all experience in life.</p></div>
<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">B.</span>Her Style</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Summer Walker has a unique style that sets her apart from other artists. She incorporates elements of hip hop, jazz, and soul into her music, creating a sound that is both modern and classic.</p></div>
<div id="" class="whywelove-item"><h3 id="" class="whywelove-title"><span class="whywelove-leter">C.</span>Her Message</h3><p id="" class="whywelove-text">Summer Walker’s music carries a message of self love, acceptance, and resilience. She encourages her listeners to find strength in the face of adversity and to never give up on their dreams.</p></div>
Interesting Facts
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">1.</span> Grammy Nominated Artist</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Summer Walker is a Grammy-nominated R&B singer who was nominated for Best New Artist in 2020.</p></div>
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">2.</span> Self-Taught Musician</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Summer Walker is a self-taught musician and songwriter, learning to play the guitar, piano, and write music on her own.</p></div>
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">3.</span> First Female Artist to Top Billboard's R&B Chart</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Summer Walker became the first female artist to top Billboard's R&B chart with her single "Girls Need Love."</p></div>
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">4.</span> Collaborated with Drake</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Summer Walker has collaborated with several big names in the music industry including Drake, Wizkid, PartyNextDoor, and Usher.</p></div>
<div id="" class="facts-item"><h3 id="" class="facts-title"><span class="facts-number">5.</span> Launched Own Record Label</h3><p id="" class="facts-text">Summer Walker launched her own record label called Summer Walkers Entertainment in 2019.</p></div>
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