Aloe Blacc

Aloe Blacc
Aloe Blacc
	Aloe Blacc performing in 2011
Born	Egbert Nathaniel Dawkins III; January 7, 1979; Laguna Hills, California, U.S.
Occupations	Singer; songwriter; rapper;
Years active	1995–present
Spouse	Maya Jupiter (m. 2010)
Children	2
	Musical career
Genres	Hip hop; soul; R&B; reggae; pop; Indie soul;
Instrument(s)	Vocals
Labels	Stones Throw; Goontrax; XIX Recordings; Interscope; Dirty Science; Shaman Work;
Formerly of	Emanon; Quakers; Roseaux;
Website	www.aloeblacc.com

Egbert Nathaniel Dawkins III (born January 7, 1979), known professionally by his stage name Aloe Blacc (/ˈæloʊ ˈblæk/), is an American singer-songwriter and rapper. He is best known for his singles "I Need a Dollar" and "The Man", which topped the charts in the United Kingdom, and for co-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.

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