Tonii
GENRE: R&B
RIYL: Jamila Woods, UMI, Ravyn Lenae
Recent Releases:
'“talk me thru it” captures Tonii in full command of her artistry, delivering bold energy, sensual confidence, and undeniable presence.'
- Cage Riot
'The song's lyrics embrace longing with honesty and accessibility, especially for anyone starved for more unapologetic, sweet, fun representation.'
- Ear Milk
Playlisted on Hidden Gems, Indie Measure, BREAKOUT INDIE
Tonii is a Los Angeles–based singer-songwriter by way of Atlanta, Georgia, crafting music that lives in softness, sensuality, and emotional depth. Guided by her sultry voice, she moves through ethereal soundscapes and sweet melodies that mirror the complexity and rawness of her lyricism.
Her work centers Black queer love, vulnerability, and radical self-expression, creating space for tenderness and honesty to exist without apology. Tonii’s songwriting feels intimate and expansive at once, blending dreamlike production with deeply personal storytelling.
Over the last few years, she has steadily grown her audience through the dreamy ballads “Hesitation” and “Indulge,” songs that highlight her ability to make softness feel powerful. Her latest single, “soft,” continues that exploration, leaning into gentleness as both sound and statement.
Through each release, Tonii invites listeners into a world where emotion is not hidden, love is celebrated in its fullness, and vulnerability becomes a form of strength.