Ari PenSmith
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About
English songwriter, producer and singer known for R&B, afrobeat, pop, hip-hop, and afropop music. He has credits on songs including Beyoncé's "Move" featuring Grace Jones and TEMS. In 2023, he was nominated for a Grammy Award for Album of the Year for Renaissance. He also collaborated with P2J, Lily Allen, Doja Cat, GoldLink, and Alicia Keys.
Before Fame
He developed an interest in music at the age of eight, when he started playing the piano at his church.
Trivia
At 16, he had a songwriting credit on "Hands in the Air" featuring Tulisa Contostavlos and Ice Kid.
Family Life
His name is Ariowa Irosogie.
Associated With
He has credits on multiple Tyla tracks including "Water" and "Truth or Dare."