Actress, singer, and entertainer Ashanti Shequoiya Douglas, better known by her stage as Ashanti, is a multi-talented American artist. Ashanti made waves in the music industry shortly after being discovered as a youngster and signed to Def Jam Recordings’ Murder Inc. Records label.
With her first album, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and sold over 505,000 copies in its first week, Ashanti’s fame shot to prominence in 2002. She received praise from critics and several honors for the album, including two American Music Awards, eight Billboard Music Awards, and a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary R&B Album.
“Foolish” and “What’s Luv?” (with Fat Joe), two of her chart-topping hits, cemented her place as a major force in music. Due to her remarkable skill and appeal, Ashanti became the first female artist to hold the top two spots on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 list concurrently, making history.
Ashanti continued her musical career by releasing other albums, such as “Chapter II” and “Concrete Rose,” all of which were certified platinum and solidified her standing in the business. Her ability to skillfully execute both catchy pop tunes and poignant R&B ballads demonstrated her flexibility as an artist.
Ashanti pursued an acting career in addition to her singing career, appearing in movies including “Coach Carter” and “Resident Evil: Extinction.” Audiences were enthralled by her charm and presence on film, which further demonstrated her ability as a performer.
Ashanti has remained a trendsetter throughout her remarkable career, selling close to 15 million albums globally and making a lasting impression on the entertainment industry. Ashanti never stops inspiring audiences with her everlasting skill and passion.