Kali Uchis

Kali Uchis, born as Karly Marina Loaiza, on July 17, 1994, in Alexandria, Virginia, grew up multicultural, as she came from Colombian and English descent. She lived in Colombia and the United States throughout her childhood, something that greatly influenced her bilingual and genre-fusion music style. Kali had a tough childhood; at 17, she set out on her own and slept in her car, doing odd jobs to attempt to get by, but pursuing her dream of a career as an artist. Adversity fueled her passion and creativity, which then created the platform for her unique sound. 

Personal Life 

Identifying as openly bisexual, Kali Uchis is an LGBTQ+ rights activist who fights for visibility and stands on principles of being open and authentic about her identity and experiences. She has spoken freely about her own setbacks, including her difficult adolescence and early independence, which shaped her resilience and artistic voice. 

Kali currently dates rapper and singer Don Toliver and continues empowering fans through her activism and music. 

Music Career 

Kali Uchis started her career with the independent release of the mixtape "Drunken Babble" in 2012, an album that introduced her distinct dreamy R&B. She achieved her breakthrough with the EP "Por Vida" in 2015, which featured collaborations with such prominent artists as Diplo and Tyler, the Creator. In 2018, she unveiled her debut studio album "Isolation" on Virgin EMI, combining R&B, funk, soul, pop, and Latin elements to a high of number 34 on the Billboard 200. The album featured successful collaborations with acts such as Tyler, the Creator and Steve Lacy. 

With her second offering, "Sin Miedo (del Amor y Otros Demonios)" in 2020, Kali honored her Colombian heritage by releasing a Spanish-language effort that was an international sensation, spearheaded by the breakout single "Telepatía." In 2023, she released "Red Moon in Venus," which charted at number 4 on the Billboard 200. She followed this with "Orquídeas" in 2024 and "Sincerely" in 2025, both of which further established her range and success. Throughout her working life, Kali has been acclaimed for her bold collaborations, blending R&B, Latin rhythms, and pop genres, and continued to break her music's boundaries with genre-bending pieces. 

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Artistry and Influence 

Kali Uchis is world-famous for her eclectic sound that perfectly blends R&B, pop, Latin, soul, hip-hop, and funk, all seasoned with bilingual prowess. Her songs have a powerful sense of her Colombian heritage and open-souled assimilation of international influences from all over the world. 

Besides her vocal abilities, Kali is also known to excel by having a distinctive creative vision as a songwriter, producer, and music video director, which makes her the ultimate multidisciplinary artist. She breaks music boundaries, and she frequently collaborates with powerful artists such as SZA, Tyler, the Creator, and Gorillaz, which further makes her a more innovative trendsetter of the modern music scene. 

Awards and Recognition 

Kali Uchis' musical talent has qualified her for several high-profile nominations and awards. She earned a Grammy Award in 2021 for Best Dance Recording from the collaboration with Kaytranada on the "10%." She also has awards including an American Music Award, two Billboard Music Awards, and five Latin Grammy nominations. Her critical and financial success speaks volumes about her broad appeal, particularly her ability to connect Latin and mainstream English-language music markets. Kali has also been the recipient of Billboard Latin Music Awards for Latin Pop Album of the Year and other such appropriate awards that reflect her contribution to the music industry. 

Tours and Performances 

Kali Uchis has also been a dynamic live performer, touring across the globe and attending highly rated music festivals such as Coachella, Governors Ball, Tropicalia, Bonnaroo, and Lollapalooza. She was able to tour the "In Your Dreams" tour around North America using money from her debut album, impressing fans with her strong voice and performance on stage. These performances have established her as a highly-rated, charismatic and entertaining artist, capable of connecting with diverse audiences all over the world.

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