Egbert Nathaniel Dawkins III (born January 7, 1979), known professionally by his stage name Aloe Blacc (), is an American musician, singer, songwriter, rapper, record producer, and philanthropist. He is best known for his singles “I Need a Dollar”, “The Man”, which topped the charts in the United Kingdom, and for writing and performing vocals on Avicii’s “Wake Me Up”, which topped the charts in 22 countries, including Australia and the United Kingdom. Aside from his solo career, Blacc is also a member of hip hop duo Emanon, alongside American record producer Exile.
instruments played
keyboards
Vocals
Associated Acts
Emanon Quakers Roseaux Avicii DJ Khalil Fashawn Mathieu Koss Owl City Zedd DJ Rhettmatic
Children
2
Genres
Hip hop soul R&B reggae pop
Labels
Stones Throw Goontrax XIX Recordings Interscope Dirty Science Shaman Work
Occupation
Musician singer songwriter rapper record producer philanthropist
Spouses
Maya Jupiter (m. 2010)
Website
Years Active
1995 present
Name
Aloe Blacc
Nationality
United States of America