INK (musician) facts for kids

Atia Chade Boggs (born in 1987), known by her stage name INK, is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and music producer. She has helped create songs and albums for many famous artists. These include Chris Brown, Justin Bieber, Monica, Kendrick Lamar, and Beyoncé.

Starting in Music

Atia Boggs taught herself how to play the guitar. She began performing in and around the Buckhead area of Atlanta. She did this without knowing anyone already in the music business.

She was inspired by the album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill. This made her want to focus on writing songs and officially join the music industry. In the late 2000s, she found a mentor named James Fauntleroy through Facebook. He helped guide her early career.

Songs She Wrote and Produced

INK has written and produced many songs for other artists. Here are some of the well-known songs and albums she has worked on:

Albums She Wrote A Lot Of

INK has also written most of the songs on some albums. This means she played a very big role in creating them.

Guest Appearances

Sometimes, INK also sings on other artists' songs. This is called a "guest appearance." Here are a few examples:

Awards and Nominations

INK's work has been recognized with awards and nominations.