- Artist
- Date: May 26, 2025
- Stage: Lagoon
Hailing from Los Angeles, Khaleeafah is a genre-bending artist whose sound is rooted in
alternative soul, post-punk energy, R&B cadence, and raw storytelling. Blending the emotion of
neosoul, the edge of rock, and the depth of spiritual reflection, his music moves beyond sound ,
it’s a sermon, a scar, and a spark of light all at once.
Khaleeafah’s earliest creative memories trace back to freestyle sessions in the backseat of his
uncle’s car and church talent shows where he sang his heart out for his grandmother’s
gatherings. Though athletics once took center stage, his love for music fueled by late-night rides
with his mom playing Faith Evans, Donell Jones, and the melodic genius of Drake, Summer
Walker, Burna Boy, and T-Pain always burned underneath.
In 2025, Khaleeafah released his debut single “Free vs. Freedom,” a stirring reflection on
identity, internal battles, and the distinction between physical liberty and emotional healing. He is
currently preparing his first EP, set to release September 2025, with his next single debuting live
at the LA County Fair.
What makes Khaleeafah unforgettable isn’t just his voice it’s his vulnerability, message, and
purpose. His lyrics are a reflection of lived experience and spiritual growth: stories of
overcoming trauma, unifying his community, confronting injustice, and empowering listeners to
reclaim themselves. His music is not just for one type of listener it’s for anyone who’s ever
struggled to stay grounded while reaching for something bigger.
Whether he’s on stage, in the studio, or speaking to his city, Khaleeafah stands for love, growth,
accountability, and redemption. He is not a product of his circumstances, he’s proof that you can
rise beyond them.
Welcome to the new voice of fearless vulnerability. This is Khaleeafah.
