Solange Knowles

Solange Piaget Knowles, known mononymously as Solange, is an American singer, songwriter, actress, model, and multidisciplinary artist born in Houston, Texas.

Solange Piaget Knowles, known mononymously as Solange, is an American singer, songwriter, actress, model, and multidisciplinary artist born in Houston, Texas. She is known for her solo music career, her work across fashion and visual art, and for being the younger sister of Beyoncé. Her album A Seat at the Table reached number one on the Billboard 200 and won her a Grammy Award.

Early life and background

Solange Piaget Knowles was born in Houston, Texas, on June 24, 1986. She grew up in a family with strong ties to entertainment; her older sister is Beyoncé. She entered the music industry at a young age.

Music career

Solange began recording as a solo artist in the early 2000s and developed a reputation for genre-blending work. She has released solo albums including Solo Star, Sol-Angel and the Hadley St. Dreams, A Seat at the Table, and When I Get Home. A Seat at the Table reached number one on the Billboard 200 and won a Grammy for Best R&B Performance for "Cranes in the Sky." She founded the record label Saint Records in 2013.

Artistic style and other work

Beyond recording, Solange has worked in fashion, choreography, visual art, and performance. Her work is often described as experimental and concerned with identity, race, and self-expression.

Recognition

Solange has received critical recognition for her albums and performances. A Seat at the Table earned her first Grammy Award and established her as a major figure in contemporary R&B.