Doja Cat is an American rapper and singer-songwriter known as the “Queen of Pop-Rap” for her versatility, live shows and humorous online presence. Hits such as “Say So”, “Kiss Me More” and “Paint the Town Red” made her one of the defining pop stars of the era; she won a Grammy for “Kiss Me More” and released her fifth album, Vie, in September 2025 to critical acclaim.
Doja Cat quick facts
| Real name | Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini |
| Date of birth | 21 October 1995 |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, US |
| Profession | Rapper, singer, songwriter |
| Known for | “Say So”, “Kiss Me More”, “Paint the Town Red” |
| Albums | Hot Pink, Planet Her, Scarlet, Vie |
Early life
Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini was born on 21 October 1995 in Los Angeles to a South African actor father and an American painter mother. She uploaded her first song to SoundCloud in 2012.
Career
- 2012 First SoundCloud upload, “So High”
- 2018 “Mooo!” goes viral
- 2019 Hot Pink
- 2020 “Say So” tops the Hot 100
- 2021 Planet Her
- 2022 Wins a Grammy for “Kiss Me More”
- 2023 Scarlet and “Paint the Town Red”
- 2025 Releases Vie
Music
Doja Cat moves between rap, pop and R&B, and her theatrical live shows and videos are central to her appeal.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Doja Cat?
She was born on 21 October 1995, so she is 31 years old in 2026.
What is Doja Cat’s real name?
Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini.
What is Doja Cat’s latest album?
Vie (2025).
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