Novel (musician)
Novel | |
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| Birth name | Alonzo Mario Stevenson |
| Born | Los Angeles, California |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, producer, singer, songwriter |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Labels | Rowdy, Capitol, Rawkus |
Alonzo Mario Stevenson (born September 3, 1981), known by his stage name Novel, is an American hip-hop/soul artist based in Los Angeles, California. He is the son of William Stevenson and the grandson of soul pioneer Solomon Burke.
Novel has collaborated with artists such as Lauryn Hill and Talib Kweli, and worked with other musicians including Royce Da 5'9', Joss Stone, David Guetta, India.Arie, Tweet, Stacie Orrico and Smokey Robinson, among others. He has received over five Grammy nominations and one win.