R.O.E.
R.O.E. | |
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| Background information | |
| Born | December 21, 1987 Chicago, Illinois |
| Genres | Alternative hip hop, alternative R&B |
| Occupations | Singer, songwriter |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Label | Sledge Enterprises |
| Website | sledgeenterprises |
Roosevelt Sledge, Jr. (known professionally as R. O. E. or R.O.E.) is an American singer and rapper from Chicago, Illinois, active in independent hip hop since the late 2000s.[1][2] His stage name is an acronym for "Rising Over Envy" and is pronounced "roe."[1][3] He drew early notice with the EP A Backpacker Named R.O.E. (2011) and later issued a live album recorded with his band the Soulvillains.[2][4]
Career
Sledge is from Chicago's West Side and performs under the moniker R.O.E., pronounced "roe," an acronym he explains as "Rising Over Envy."[1] By early 2016 he had moved to New York City to pursue new opportunities and perspectives while continuing to release music and perform.[1]
His singles have been discussed by Chicago public radio outlet Vocalo, which featured "Can’t Stop" (2020) and "Money Ain’t a Thing" (2021) in its In Rotation selections.[3][5]
Discography
- Money in Motion (2021)
- Can't Stop Loving You (2022)
- Santa Monica Blues (2023)
- Frequency (2023)
- Turning Point (2024)
References
- ^ a b c d Bechtel, Craig (January 14, 2016). "Knowledge Drop: R.O.E. + NYC = A Bold New P.O.V." Newcity Music. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
- ^ a b "R.O.E. – Revive". DJBooth. March 16, 2011. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
- ^ a b "In Rotation: Jill Hopkins Top 5 Local Songs for May". Vocalo (Chicago Public Media). May 4, 2020. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
- ^ Barber, Andrew (August 21, 2015). "New Project: R.O.E. – Live From Chicago". Fake Shore Drive. Retrieved August 20, 2025.
- ^ "Jill's May Top In Rotation Picks". Vocalo (Chicago Public Media). May 19, 2021. Retrieved August 20, 2025.