Hit Songs Just Afford Aloe Blacc "The Opportunity To Be A Philanthropist"
He already boasts three global hits, but Aloe Blacc tells Bryget Chrisfield it's "the opportunity to be a philanthropist" that he's most grateful for.


Egbert Nathaniel Dawkins III (born January 7, 1979), known professionally by his stage name Aloe Blacc (), is an American singer-songwriter and rapper. He is best known for his singles "I Need a Dollar" and "The Man", which topped the charts in the United Kingdom, and for co-writing and performing vocals on Avicii's "Wake Me Up", which topped the charts in 22 countries, including Australia and the United Kingdom. Aside from his solo career, Blacc is also a member of hip hop duo Emanon, alongside American record producer Exile.