Doja Cat

Doja Cat is a singer, rapper, and songwriter. She was born on October 21, 1995, in Los Angeles, California. She emerged from Los Angeles’ underground music scene with her 2018 debut album *Amala*, but her mainstream breakthrough arrived in 2019 with the viral success of “Say So” from her second album *Hot Pink*. The track gained additional momentum after a TikTok dance challenge and a remix featuring Nicki Minaj, which propelled it to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in May 2020. Doja Cat’s music videos, such as the futuristic visuals for “Say So” and the anime-inspired “Streets,” have become cultural touchstones for their inventive styling and storytelling. Since then, Doja Cat has solidified her place in hip-hop and pop with high-profile collaborations including Ariana Grande on “Motive” (2020) and The Weeknd on “In Your Eyes” remix (2020). Her third album, *Planet Her* (2021), debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and featured hits like “Kiss Me More” with SZA, which earned a Grammy nomination. Complex covers Doja Cat’s evolving artistry, from her viral social media presence to her impact on genre boundaries within contemporary music.

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Latto and Doja Cat attend VOGUE World: New York on September 12, 2022 in New York City.
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Doja Cat Taps Latto as Special Guest for Tour Ma Vie World Tour

The two artists dropped the "Okayyy" music video on Tuesday, giving ticketholders a preview of what to expect.

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Latto and Doja Cat Serve Y2K Glamour In "Okayyy" Music Video

The fan-favorite collaboration appears on Latto's fourth studio album, 'Big Mama.'

Doja Cat in a tan, futuristic outfit poses on a green carpeted staircase with greenery in the background.
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Doja Cat Addresses Purported Song Leaks, Tells Fans 'None of It' Is Her: 'F*ck AI for Real'

"Really disappointed in everyone thinking that's me," Doja said.

Doja Cat performs onstage during Global Citizen's Move Afrika: Kigali.
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Doja Cat Shares Emotional Video Addressing Cancelled Primavera Sound Set: ‘I Will Be Back’

"Adverse weather and technical conditions made it impossible" for Doja to perform, the festival said in a statement.

Jose Martinez48 days ago
Two images: Left, Doja Cat with pink hair in a corset and cap at a MAC event. Right, Elon Musk in a black suit, standing against a curtain.
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Doja Cat Likens 'B*tch' Elon Musk to Frog, Ewok While Urging Him to Restore X's Audio Post Feature

"U look like u eat sand," Doja said amid a series of Musk mockeries.

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 04: Doja Cat attends the 2026 Met Gala celebrating "Costume Art" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 04, 2026 in New York City.
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Doja Cat Plans to Take 'Three Years Off' After Releasing Fifth Album 'Vie'

The Grammy Award winner says she wants to "do whatever" during her hiatus.

Doja Cat in a shiny beige outfit with long blonde hair smiles at an event, surrounded by greenery and attendees in the background.
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Doja Cat Gets Tongue-Tied During Met Gala Red Carpet Interview

Doja Cat slipped up when talking about creating memorable moments on the carpet.

Joe Price78 days ago
Two separate images: PlaqueBoyMax in a blue hoodie and Doja Cat in a sparkly orange dress with blonde curls.
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PlaqueBoyMax to Doja Cat Fans Who Are Still 'Hating' on Him: 'We Don’t Give a F*ck About Y'all'

"Why is y'all hating on me, bro? I fuck with y'all's artist," Max said.

Split image. Left: Doja Cat in a sparkling orange outfit with curly blonde hair. Right: Plaqueboymax in a blue hoodie standing against a dark backdrop.
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Doja Cat Says She’s ‘Getting Rid Of’ Moderators Who Banned Plaqueboymax From Her Twitch Stream

Plaqueboymax recently gifted the rapper some subs before he was suddenly hit with a ban. Now, Doja is determined to make things right.

Alex Ocho86 days ago
A performer in a feathered outfit sings on stage; Nicki Minaj poses in a light blue dress at an event.
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Doja Cat Jokingly Compares Her Cat to Nicki Minaj for Chewing Wires: ‘Let Go, Nicki’

The moment appeared to be a reference to an obscure social media post.

Joe Price93 days ago
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A performer singing on stage, wearing a sparkly outfit with feathered sleeves and a leopard-print headpiece, holding a microphone.
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Doja Cat Admits She Is ‘Incredibly Lonely’ and Distrusts Men

The singer said it’s difficult for her to be vulnerable, although her increased TikTok presence is helping.

Jade Gomez121 days ago
Doja Cat in a shimmering gold dress with short curly blonde hair poses between ornate columns.
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Doja Cat Says She Trolled Father With Gay Porn Link in Lieu of Ticket to Her Tour

In a video shared to TikTok, Doja billed this as an entry in "The Deadbeat Chronicles."

Doja Cat in a sparkly, strapless dress with tattoos poses confidently against a colorful background.
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Doja Cat Says She’d Be a Psychologist if Not an Artist: ‘The Human Mind Is Just So Complex’

The 'Vie' artist shared why she would choose psychology if she wasn't a Grammy award winner.

Alex Ocho126 days ago
Doja Cat with blue hair and a leopard-print hat, wearing a fur coat and patterned leggings, stands on stage with a microphone.
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Doja Cat on Self-Described 'Serial Dater' Status: 'I'm Ovulating and Horny'

The 'Vie' artist will bring her world tour to the U.S. later this year.

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Conan O’Brien Roasts Timothée Chalamet at Oscars, Jokes Tight Security Because of Ballet Remarks

The couple appeared unfazed as the late-night host poked fun at Chalamet’s recent comments about ballet and opera.

Doja Cat and Chappell Roan.
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Doja Cat Reveals 'Agonizing' BPD Diagnosis While Defending Chappell Roan

The singer has opened up about years of therapy and praised Roan for openly setting boundaries with paparazzi and fans.

Mark Elibert131 days ago

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