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Kari Faux
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Faux performing in 2016
Background information
Birth name Kari Rose Johnson
Born (1992-06-11) June 11, 1992 (age 33)
Origin Little Rock, Arkansas, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Rapper
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
Associated acts

Kari Rose Johnson (born June 11, 1992), known as Kari Faux, is an American rapper. She comes from Little Rock, Arkansas. People know her for her unique style and how she raps like she's having a conversation. Her songs are often called "internet rap." They usually have catchy parts that repeat, simple music, and smart wordplay.

Early Life and Education

Kari Faux was born on June 11, 1992. She was adopted by a couple in Little Rock, Arkansas. Her father worked at the Skippy Peanut Butter factory. Her mother was a minister.

Kari went to Little Rock Central High School. After high school, she moved to Atlanta, Georgia. She started studying audio engineering at the Art Institute of Atlanta. However, she decided to leave school after some time.

Music Career Highlights

In 2014, Kari Faux released her first mixtape, Laugh Now, Die Later. This music project was well-received by critics. It even made it onto Pitchfork's list of "Most Overlooked Mixtapes of 2014."

The mixtape caught the attention of rapper Donald Glover. He is also known as Childish Gambino. Glover remixed Kari's song "No Small Talk." He included it on his own mixtape, STN MTN. Kari also appeared on Glover's 2016 album, "Awaken, My Love!".

Later, Kari released the EP Cry 4 Help in 2019. In 2020, she released the mixtape Lowkey Superstar. This mixtape was recorded in London, United Kingdom. She worked with a producer named Danio on that project.

Where Kari Lives

In the fall of 2014, Kari Faux moved to Los Angeles, California. She moved with her friend and music partner, bLAck PARty. They wanted to work on more music there. However, she moved back to Little Rock in 2016. As of 2020, Kari lives in Los Angeles again.

Kari Faux's Music

Kari Faux has released several music projects. These include studio albums, EPs, and mixtapes.

Studio Albums

  • Lost En Los Angeles (2016)
  • Lowkey Superstar (Deluxe) (2021, Don Giovanni/Lowkey Superstar)

EPs (Extended Plays)

  • Primary (2017)
  • Cry 4 Help (2019)

Mixtapes

  • City Limits (2012)
  • Sophisticated Rachetness (2012)
  • No Sleep Til Atlanta (2013)
  • Laugh Now, Die Later (2014)
  • Lowkey Superstar (2020)
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