STEVE LACY BIOGRAPHY - AGE, CAREER, SONGS & FACTS

Steve Lacy is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer who went from recording music on his iPhone to winning a Grammy and topping the Billboard Hot 100.

Born May 23, 1998 in Compton, California, he was The Internet's teenage guitarist before "Bad Habit" and the Gemini Rights Grammy made him a solo star; 2026 brought the new album Oh Yeah?.

Early Life

Born Steve Thomas Lacy-Moya on May 23, 1998, in Compton, California, Steve Lacy picked up the guitar in his teens and began producing beats on his iPhone. His early talent won him a place, while still a teenager, in the Grammy-nominated R&B band The Internet, with whom he contributed to their 2015 album Ego Death.

Career

Lacy's first credits came behind the boards, with early production work for artists including Kendrick Lamar — a co-production credit on "Pride." from DAMN. — as well as J. Cole and Solange. His debut solo project, Steve Lacy's Demo, arrived in 2017, followed by his first album Apollo XXI in 2019, which earned a Grammy nomination. Then came Gemini Rights (2022): the breakout album carried the TikTok-driven viral hit "Bad Habit," which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, and the album itself won Best  Progressive R&B Album at the 65th Grammy Awards. Lacy has kept busy writing and producing for other artists too, including Ravyn Lenae, Vampire Weekend, and Kali Uchis. His guitar-driven blend of funk and harmony singing places him in the proud R&B lineage of groups like TLC — see our breakdown of No Scrubs lyrics for that classic sound.

Recent News

In 2026, Lacy opened a new chapter with his third studio album, Oh Yeah?, led by the singles "the feeling" and "Oh Yeah?". The title track peaked at No. 18 on the UK Singles Chart — a UK Top 20 entry marking his return four years after Gemini Rights.

FAQ

How old is Steve Lacy?
Born May 23, 1998, he is 28 years old as of 2026.

What is Steve Lacy's biggest song?
"Bad Habit," which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2022.

Has Steve Lacy won a Grammy?
Yes: Gemini Rights won Best Progressive R&B Album at the 65th Grammy Awards.

What is Steve Lacy's 2026 album?
Oh Yeah?, his third studio album, whose title track reached No. 18 on the UK Singles Chart.