Early Life and Education of Kesha: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Kesha. From birth to education, explore key events.

Kesha Rose Sebert, known as Kesha, is an American singer and songwriter who achieved mainstream recognition in 2009. Her initial breakthrough occurred through her collaboration with rapper Flo Rida on the chart-topping single, "Right Round."

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

1978: Mother co-wrote "Old Flames Can't Hold a Candle to You"

In 1978, Kesha's mother, Pebe Sebert, co-wrote the song "Old Flames Can't Hold a Candle to You" with Hugh Moffatt for Joe Sun.

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1980: Dolly Parton popularized "Old Flames"

In 1980, Dolly Parton made the song "Old Flames Can't Hold a Candle to You", co-written by Kesha's mother, popular on her album Dolly, Dolly, Dolly.

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March 1, 1987: Kesha's Birth

On March 1, 1987, Kesha Rose Sebert, known as Kesha, was born.

1991: Family Moved to Nashville

In 1991, Pebe moved the family to Nashville after securing a new publishing deal for her songwriting.

2005: Appeared on The Simple Life

In 2005, Kesha's family appeared on an episode of the American reality TV series The Simple Life.

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May 2010: Lawsuit from Former Managers

In May 2010, Kesha's former managers from DAS Communications Inc. filed a lawsuit against her, seeking $14 million for commissions on her RCA Records deal.

June 16, 2010: Benefit Concert for Flood Victims

On June 16, 2010, Kesha held a benefit concert, raising close to $70,000 to aid victims of the 2010 Tennessee floods in Nashville.

2010: Sexuality Statement

Kesha made a statement regarding her sexuality in 2010.

2011: Father Claims Contact

In 2011, a man named Bob Chamberlain claimed to be Kesha's father and approached Star magazine with pictures and letters, asserting they had been in regular contact before she turned 19.

2012: Settlement of Lawsuit

In 2012, Kesha's lawsuit was settled before the release of her second album.

2013: Sexuality Statement

Kesha made a statement regarding her sexuality in 2013.

January 3, 2014: Checks into Rehab

On January 3, 2014, Kesha checked into Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center for eating disorder treatment.

January 2014: Rehabilitation and new album work

In January 2014, Kesha checked into a rehabilitation center for bulimia nervosa and began working on her third studio album. She also started using her birth name, Kesha, rather than Ke$ha.

March 6, 2014: Completion of Rehab Treatment

On March 6, 2014, Kesha completed her treatment after spending two months in rehab.

2014: Legal Dispute with Dr. Luke

In 2014, Kesha's career was halted due to a legal dispute with her former producer Dr. Luke. Lawsuits were exchanged between the two parties, with Kesha accusing him of abuse and discrimination, and Dr. Luke claiming breach of contract and defamation.

August 10, 2018: Rainbow: The Film release

On August 10, 2018, Kesha's documentary film, Rainbow: The Film, was released on Apple Music. The documentary chronicles her stint in rehab for her eating disorder and the creation of Rainbow.

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2018: Grammys Performance in Support of Time's Up

At the 2018 Grammys, Kesha performed "Praying" with other notable women in music in support of the Time's Up movement.

2018: Protest through "Woman"

Kesha wrote her 2018 single, "Woman" in protest of president Donald Trump's "pussy grabbing comment".

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February 2019: Kesha's Weird and Wonderful Rainbow Ride

In February 2019, Kesha hosted a 4-day-long cruise called Kesha's Weird and Wonderful Rainbow Ride, which set off in Tampa, Florida, and ended in Nassau, Bahamas.