Lizzo: 19 facts about the musician you need to know

1. Lizzo is an American singer and rapper

Lizzo is an American recording artist known best for songs like 'Juice', 'Boys', and 'Good As Hell' and her albums 'Cuz I Love You' and 'Special'. The talented singer and rapper often incorporates themes of confidence and self-love into her music. Lizzo is also a talented flautist, having studied the instrument from a young age. Here are some facts about the talented musician that you might not have known before.

2. How old is Lizzo?

Lizzo was born April 27, 1988. She is 35 years old and her star sign is Taurus.

3. How tall is Lizzo?

According to multiple online sources, Lizzo is 5 feet 10 inches tall.

4. What is Lizzo's hometown? Where did Lizzo grow up?

Lizzo lived in Detroit, Michigan for the first 10 years of her life before her family relocated to Houston, Texas. In an interview, Lizzo revealed that when she was younger, she used to call into a local Houston radio station and freestyle rap in order to win competitions and show off her abilities.

5. What is Lizzo's real name?

Lizzo was born Melissa Jefferson but goes by Lizzo professionally.

6. How do you pronounce Lizzo?

Lizzo is pronounced like LIZ-ZO. Two syllables and very easy to remember! [Photo by Arik McArthur/WireImage]

7. What college did Lizzo attend? What did Lizzo study?

Lizzo attended University of Houston where she was in the marching band and studied classical flute performance.

8. Who is Lizzo dating? Does she have a boyfriend?

Yes! Lizzo has a boyfriend. His name is Myke Wright and they tend to keep their relationship low key. Lizzo confirmed the news on Andy Cohen's SiriusXM show in 202. Myke is an actor and comedian and has played a few small roles in shows including Breaking & Entering, How to Be A Grown Up, and Doubting Thomas. In an interview with The Breakfast Club, Lizzo revealed that she and Myke have known each other since before she was famous. [@lizzobeeating via Instagram]

9. Is Lizzo dating Chris Evans?

Lizzo and Chris Evans could be the next celebrity power couple. In April, Lizzo revealed that she drunkenly slid into Chris’s DMs on Instagram. After the post went viral, Chris followed Lizzo on Instagram and slid into her DMs with the message: "No shame in a drunk DM. God knows I’ve done worse on this app lol." Lizzo later revealed that the messages continued and they made future plans to do shots together. It's a match! [@lizzobeeating via Instagram, Vera Anderson/WireImage]

10. Lizzo launched shapewear brand Yitty in April 2022

Lizzo launched her own shapewear brand, Yitty, in collaboration with Fabletics in April 2022. The inclusive line is described as "no-shame, smile inducing shapewear" with sizes ranging from 6X to XS. The first collection includes bodysuits, sports bras, shorts, leggings and underwear in a variety of shades. Lizzo is expected to bring out swimwear in the new future too. [@lizzobeeating via Instagram]

11. Lizzo says she doesn't "ascribe to just one thing" when it comes to her sexuality.

Speaking to Teen Vogue, Lizzo opened up about her sexuality. “When it comes to sexuality or gender, I personally don’t ascribe to just one thing. I cannot sit here right now and tell you I’m just one thing,” she said. “That’s why the colors for LGBTQ+ are a rainbow! Because there’s a spectrum, and right now we try to keep it black and white. That’s just not working for me,” she told the publication. [ Daniel DeSlover/SIPA USA/PA Images]

12. Lizzo collaborated with Prince for his 2014 album ‘Plectrumelectrum’

Lizzo collaborated with Prince on his 2014 album ‘Plectrumelectrum’ for the song “BoyTrouble”. Lizzo called working with Prince a “surreal” experience and said it was “like a fairytale”.

13. Lizzo is an accomplished flute player

Lizzo is a classically trained flute player. She has been playing the flute since she was a young child and played in the marching band at University of Houston. Lizzo often plays flute during her live shows and has said in interview that one of the ways she learned early on was by playing along to the radio.

14. Lizzo's entered the Billboard R&B charts with 'Juice' in 2019

In January 2019, Lizzo made her Billboard R&B chart debut with her single ‘Juice’. On January 29, 2019, Lizzo appeared on 'The Ellen Show' for the first time and performed 'Juice’ live on TV.

15. Lizzo earned her first number 1 single with 'Truth Hurts' in 2019

In September 2019, Lizzo’s 'Truth Hurts' became her first number 1 single on the Billboard Hot 100. Interestingly enough, 'Truth Hurts' was first released in 2017 but rose to new heights of popularity in 2018 and 2019. [Photo via Atlantic Records]

16. Lizzo was a guest judge on 'RuPaul's Drag Race'

Lizzo was a guest judge on 'RuPaul’s Drag Race in 2018. In addition to having Lizzo as a judge, the bottom two queens were tasked with lip syncing for their lives to Lizzo’s song “Good As Hell”.

17. Lizzo became vegan in April 2020

Lizzo became vegan in April 2020. Before becoming vegan, Lizzo was vegetarian for seven years. She often shares TikToks of her plant-based meals, promoting the lifestyle and giving meal inspiration to her fans. She said: "Being plant-based and vegan has been pretty easy except when I am hungover." [@lizzobeeating via Instagram]

18. You can follow Lizzo on Instagram and Twitter

You can catch Lizzo on Instagram at @lizzobeeating where she shares cute photos and videos, including ones of her playing the flute! You can also catch her on Twitter at @lizzo.

19. Lizzo was accused of a creating a hostile work environment by three former dancers.

On 2 August 2023, Lizzo was named in a lawsuit that accused her of creating a hostile work environment. Three former dancers say the pop star subjected them to sexual and racial discrimination, fat shaming and physical and emotional abuse. Lizzo issued a statement on Instagram denying the claims, calling them “unbelievable, too outrageous and sensationalized”. Lizzo’s lawyer has said the star intends to sue her former backup dancers for “malicious prosecution”.