Hoodie Allen

Hoodie Allen, an independent hip-hop artist, has transitioned from a successful career at Google to building a prominent music career, known for his relatable lyrics and engaging performances. After the release of ‘You Are Not a Robot’ in 2010, which sampled Marina and the Diamonds and topped Hype Machine, Hoodie Allen garnered significant traction, initiating a successful transition from a career at Google to a prominent music career. Following his graduation from the University of Pennsylvania in 2010 with a degree in marketing and finance, Allen began a career as an AdWords associate at Google, simultaneously dedicating evenings to his burgeoning music career. This commitment quickly led to his mixtape ‘Pep Rally’ being downloaded over 200,000 times in 2010.

He followed this with his fourth studio album, ‘Whatever USA,’ in 2019, further solidifying his connection with his dedicated audience through relatable lyrics and engaging performances. His commitment to independent artistry and direct fan engagement has been a hallmark of his career. Most recently, Hoodie Allen released his fifth album, ‘bub,’ in 2023, continuing to deliver new music to his global fanbase. His career exemplifies a successful pivot from a corporate background to sustained musical achievement, consistently charting and touring as an independent artist for over a decade.