Khalid Donnel Robinson, popularly known as Khalid, is an American singer and songwriter. His career began when he was only 18 and since then he has released two studio albums and several chart-topping singles. He is known for his smooth vocal style and a unique blend of R&B, soul, and hip-hop music. His music has earned him several awards and nominations, including two Grammy Awards. Here is a look at the life and career of Khalid.
Early Life
Khalid was born on February 11, 1998, in Fort Stewart, Georgia. His parents were military personnel and he spent his childhood in Germany and upstate New York. He began writing lyrics at an early age and at the age of 15, his family relocated to El Paso, Texas. He began recording music with his friends and released his first single, “Location”, in 2016. The single was an instant hit and it earned him a recording deal with Right Hand Music Group.
Music Career
Khalid released his debut studio album, American Teen, in 2017. The album peaked at number four on the US Billboard 200 and was certified double platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). The album included the singles “Young Dumb & Broke” and “Location”, which both peaked at number 16 on the US Billboard Hot 100. Khalid’s second studio album, Free Spirit, was released in 2019. The album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 and was certified gold by the RIAA. The album included the singles “Talk” and “Better”, which both peaked at number 25 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Personal Life
In his personal life, Khalid is a vegan and an avid supporter of the LGBTQ+ community. He has been romantically linked to singer Normani Kordei and model Winnie Harlow. He is an active philanthropist and has donated to several charities, including the ACLU and the El Paso Community Foundation.
Khalid has become one of the most popular and successful singers of his generation. He has released two studio albums and several chart-topping singles. He is also an active philanthropist and an avid supporter of the LGBTQ+ community. His music and activism have earned him several awards and nominations, including two Grammy Awards.
