Lyrica Nasha Anderson, born on December 18, 1988, in Los Angeles, California, is a multifaceted American talent known primarily as an R&B singer, songwriter, and reality television personality.
Raised in a deeply musical family, she was immersed in the industry from a young age, drawing inspiration from her mother’s storied career as a backup singer.
Anderson’s journey into music began early, with her signing her first publishing deal at just 14 years old, marking the start of a prolific path that would see her collaborate with some of the biggest names in entertainment.
Beyond her vocal prowess and lyrical depth, she has carved out a space in acting and television, blending vulnerability and strength in her public persona.
Siblings
Born as an identical twin, Anderson shared her early years with her sister Adia Anderson, whose untimely passing at the age of three left an indelible scar on the family.
This tragedy, which Anderson has openly discussed in interviews, profoundly shaped her emotional landscape and infused her songwriting with themes of grief and resilience.
Beyond this, Anderson grew up without full siblings, as her parents—mother Lyrica Garrett, a renowned singer and former Ikette with Ike and Tina Turner, and father Johnny Anderson—did not have additional children together.
Career
Anderson’s professional breakthrough came in 2009 when she co-wrote the hit “Pyramid” for Filipina singer Charice in collaboration with Iyaz, a track that showcased her knack for crafting infectious pop-R&B hooks.
By 2012, she released her debut mixtape, King Me, under Timbaland’s Mosley Music Group imprint, though she was released from the label the following year—a move that freed her to pursue independent ventures.
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That same period saw her penning “Jealous” for Beyoncé’s self-titled fifth album, a sultry standout that underscored her growing reputation among A-list collaborators.
Anderson’s momentum built with the 2014 EP King Me 2, featuring heavyweights like Ty Dolla $ign, Kevin Gates, and Wiz Khalifa, alongside co-writing Tinashe’s “Pretend.”
Her debut studio album, Hello, arrived in 2015, blending introspective lyrics with smooth production and earning praise for its emotional authenticity.
Transitioning to television, she joined Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood as a supporting cast member in season three (2016), quickly becoming a main star in subsequent seasons, where her marriage, family feuds, and artistic pursuits captivated audiences.
As a songwriter, her credits include tracks for Chris Brown (“Wrist,” “Little Bit”), Jennifer Hudson, Jason Derulo, and Trey Songz, amassing millions of streams.
Anderson has also dipped into acting with roles in films like No Way Out (1997, though her involvement ties to later projects) and Forever Us (2023), while launching her own label, 3T Entertainment.
Recent releases like the 2020 album Bad Hair Day reflect her ongoing exploration of personal turmoil through music, solidifying her as an enduring voice in contemporary R&B.
Accolades
In 2015, Anderson secured a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song as a co-writer on Beyoncé’s “Jealous,” a victory that highlighted her skillful blend of vulnerability and sensuality in R&B composition and brought her into the spotlight of the industry’s highest honors.
Beyond this, Anderson’s work has garnered critical acclaim, with outlets praising albums like Hello for their raw emotional depth and her songwriting for its chart-topping impact.
Her television tenure on Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood has also been lauded for authenticity, earning her a dedicated fanbase and features in entertainment media as a breakout reality-to-music success story.
Industry peers and platforms such as SoundBetter hail her as a Grammy-winning powerhouse, with endorsements from collaborators like Timbaland underscoring her influence.
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