Lisa Mercedez

Dancehall singer, songwriter, and recording artist Lisa Mercedez is from Jamaica. She is well recognized for her work with Nicki Minaj on tour and for her collaborations with Stylo G, Vybz Kartel, and Ms Banks. Lisa was born in Kingston, Jamaica; her real name is Alicia. She went to Hydel High School while being raised by her father in Kingston's Red Hills neighborhood. When she was 16 years old, her father passed away, prompting her to move to London. Mercedez's career began in 2005 when she met Stylo G, with whom she later collaborated in the group "Warning Crew," led by Stylo G, where she was the sole female member. In honor of her dad, who had a Mercedes-Benz W201 obsession, she chose the stage name "Lisa Mercedez."