Kesha Rose Sebert, known mononymously as Kesha, was born on March 1, 1987, in Los Angeles, California. She was raised by her single mother, Rosemary Patricia "Pebe" Sebert, who was a singer-songwriter.

Kesha has two brothers, Lagan and Louie. Growing up, her family faced financial difficulties and relied on welfare payments and food stamps. Kesha's mother often had to take her onstage while performing.

Her music career began when she signed with Kemosabe Records at the age of 18. She gained early fame in 2009 when she was featured on rapper Flo Rida's number-one single, "Right Round."

Her debut album, "Animal," was released in 2010 and topped the US Billboard 200 chart. The album included the hit single "Tik Tok," which became the best-selling digital single in history at that time.

Kesha continued to release successful albums, including "Warrior," "Rainbow," and "High Road." Her music is known for its electropop and dance-pop style.

Throughout her career, Kesha has faced significant challenges, including a legal dispute with her former producer Dr. Luke. She accused him of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, which led to a series of lawsuits.

Despite these challenges, Kesha has remained a prominent figure in the music industry. She has co-written songs for other artists, including Britney Spears and Ariana Grande.

Kesha has received numerous awards and nominations for her work. She has been nominated for seven Billboard Music Awards, two Grammy Awards, three American Music Awards, and five MTV Video Music Awards.

In 2010, she won the MTV Europe Music Award for Best New Act. Kesha is also known for her advocacy for animal rights, LGBTQ rights, and mental health awareness.

In her personal life, Kesha has been open about her struggles with an eating disorder and her journey to recovery. She has been in a relationship with Brad Ashenfelter since 2014.