Tiara Thomas

Tiara Thomas, a Grammy- and Oscar-winning singer-songwriter and musician from Indianapolis, first broke through in 2013 when she co-wrote, co-produced, and performed on Wale’s triple-platinum hit “Bad.” The single peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and introduced the world to her soul-infused sound and raw storytelling. After reclaiming her artistic identity with independent releases like Up in Smoke (2015), Don’t Mention My Name (2017), and the critically acclaimed FWMM (2018), Thomas expanded her influence behind the scenes, writing for artists like H.E.R., John Legend, and Mary J. Blige. She has co-written major hits, landing multiple #1 Urban radio placements, including “Slide,” “Damage,” and “Come Through ft. Chris Brown” by H.E.R. Her songwriting prowess was recognized in 2021 when she won the Grammy for Song of the Year with H.E.R.’s “I Can’t Breathe,” followed by winning an Academy Award for Best Original Song and being nominated for a Golden Globe for co-writing “Fight for You” from Judas and the Black Messiah. Since 2021, Tiara Thomas has been evolving her artistry in bold new directions, blending her signature R&B roots with fresh sonic textures. She released “Hit You Right Back” featuring Tone Stith in 2023, a smooth, sultry track that highlights her vocal finesse. As she continues to evolve into a new stage of her career, Tiara Thomas stands as a raw storyteller and genre-bending force whose work bridges vulnerability, empowerment, and creativity.