Aloe Blacc

Aloe Blacc
Aloe Blacc performing in 2024
Background information
Birth nameEgbert Nathaniel Dawkins III
Born (1979-01-07) January 7, 1979
Laguna Hills, California, U.S.
Genres
Occupations
  • Singer
  • rapper
  • songwriter
InstrumentVocals
DiscographyAloe Blacc discography
Years active1995–present
Labels
Member ofEmanon
Children2
Spouse
(m. 2010)
Websitewww.aloeblacc.com

Egbert Nathaniel Dawkins III (born January 7, 1979), known professionally as Aloe Blacc (/ˈæl ˈblæk/ ), is an American singer and rapper. He is known for his guest performance on Avicii's 2013 single "Wake Me Up", which peaked on the charts in 22 countries, including in Australia and the UK. As a lead artist, he is known for his singles "I Need a Dollar" and "The Man", the latter of which topped the UK Singles Chart. Aside from his solo career, Aloe Blacc is also a member of the hip hop duo Emanon, alongside American record producer Exile.