Akili Ni Mali

Akili Ni Mali is a California-born, Indianapolis-raised independent artist blending R&B, soul, jazz, and pop. Known for her powerful vocals and emotive storytelling, she has performed at iconic venues like The Jazz Kitchen and The Chatterbox. Akili was selected for Art & Soul 2025 and now embraces the Chicago music scene. Influenced by Jazmine Sullivan, Rachelle Ferrell, and Sade, her discography includes EPs like Breathe (2020) and Changes (2024), with her latest single, Ick (2025).