Tinashe (born Tinashe Jorgensen Kachingwe) is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, actress, and record producer. She is known for blending R&B, pop, alternative R&B, hip-hop, and electronic music into a distinctive contemporary sound. Born in Lexington, Kentucky, United States, Tinashe has earned acclaim for her artistic versatility, exceptional dance performances, and creative independence.

Tinashe began her entertainment career as a child actress and later became a member of the pop group The Stunners. Following the group's disbandment, she launched a solo career with the critically acclaimed mixtapes In Case We Die (2012), Reverie (2012), and Black Water (2013). Her debut studio album Aquarius (2014) received widespread critical praise, while the lead single "2 On" featuring Schoolboy Q became an international hit. She continued to evolve her sound through albums including Nightride (2016), Joyride (2018), Songs for You (2019), 333 (2021), BB/ANG3L (2023), Quantum Baby (2024), and So Close to What (2025). Throughout her career, Tinashe has collaborated with artists such as Britney Spears, Usher, Calvin Harris, Offset, Chance the Rapper, Kaytranada, and Ty Dolla $ign.

What makes Tinashe unique is her creative independence and ability to seamlessly combine modern R&B with pop, electronic music, and sophisticated choreography. Her music is recognized for its atmospheric production, emotional depth, and willingness to push artistic boundaries, making her one of the most respected contemporary R&B artists of her generation.