artist bio
The Prelude. A deeper dive into the artist behind the sound.
who is bnikki?
Welcome to the main stage—the heart of all things BNikki.
BNikki, also known as Nicole, began her musical journey at an incredibly young age. Often called “The Prodigy,” she started singing and playing piano at just two years old. Purchasing her piano before Nicole's birth, her mother was aware of her supernatural talents early and continuously exposed her to all genres of music. By five, she was taking formal piano lessons, but within 13 months, she had surpassed the curriculum. From that moment on, she carved her own path, composing original pieces, meticulously naming, dating, and documenting her chord progressions. From ballads to pop records to cinematic scores, she was constantly creating.
At 11, her mentor, Grammy-winning producer Neff-U, introduced her to professional music production software, Logic Pro X, opening the door to an even deeper level of artistry. By 13, she was mastering audio engineering, determined to be fully independent in her craft. By 15, she had built a repertoire of over 150 original songs, scores, and ballads, drafting the blueprints for future albums and immersive sonic experiences.
BNikki’s sound is boundless, seamlessly weaving through genres—R&B, neo-soul, rap, pop, house, dubstep, reggae, rock, and more. Her music is an extension of her life, where sound and experience intertwine, realized through her powerful sense of synesthesia. She believes deeply in the universality of music—creating a space where vulnerability, authenticity, and raw emotion thrive.
With the power of music, growing social media success, and an unwavering faith, BNikki is committed to using her gifts to honor God.
This is just the beginning of my journey. Welcome to the main stage.
threw me in the fire
I found myself in a completely different headspace than the one I was used to. This headspace was one of self-love, growth, and evolution. That's where Threw Me in the Fire was born.
Instead of feeling stuck, I embraced the unknown. I didn’t recognize my surroundings, I barely remembered the past, and I had no idea what was next. But I knew one thing—I threw myself in the fire and came out anew.
It’s a crucial part of the full-circle journey in my highly anticipated Finally Seen EP. But until then, presave my debut single and stay tuned— because there’s oh, so much more to come.