Laila! ... Laila Smith (born April 19, 2006) known mononymously as Laila!, is an American singer.

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Sep 6, 2024 · Despite her paternal musical lineage, Laila!’s rise has been gardened by women close to her including her sisters, grandmother, and mom-ager, who all call her their baby genius.

Nov 21, 2025 · Listen to music by Laila! on Apple Music. Find top songs and albums by Laila! including problem, Like That! and more.

Aug 16, 2024 · As far back as she can remember, Laila! — whose the daughter of hip-hop legend Yasiin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def) — always knew she was destined for musical greatness.

Jun 26, 2024 · So, who is Laila!, the muse for literally everything life has to throw at you? According to Genius, she’s Laila Smith, an 18-year-old from Brooklyn, New York. She has, to …

Oct 1, 2024 · There is nothing average about Laila! — at only 18, the singer, songwriter, rapper, and producer is working toward becoming one of Generation Z’s next influential artists.

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Sep 6, 2024 · In late August, the Brooklyn native, born Laila Smith, spoke to BET.com, while her viral tracks “Not My Problem” and “Like That” continued to make waves on TikTok.

Mar 19, 2025 · Laila, who was born in 2006, notes R&B’s transition from gated reverb snares to more hip-hop-oriented sonics in the 1990s, citing Brandy, Aaliyah, and Lauryn Hill as influences.