Lesser is a singer, songwriter, rapper, and spoken word artist from Cleveland, Ohio. He has a degree in Political Science from the University of Oregon and also spent time in Israel studying at Yeshivot in Tzfat and Jerusalem. He has performed around the world, and written hundreds of songs on a wide range of subjects. Ari’s repertoire is expansive, touching on everything from modern politics, to ancient Jewish mysticism. He can step into character and rap from the perspectives of hundreds of different personalities living and dead, real and fictional, human and animal. He has also created rhymed translations of dozens of Psalms and other traditional prayers, bringing their powerful timeless message back into the realm of song. Ari’s performance gives life to words in a way that is inspirational, accurate, educational, and very entertaining for English speaking audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
He is a lyrical wizard, weaving words into powerful spells of truth, humor, and insight. A singer-songwriter, rapper, and poet with a knack for tackling everything from social issues to spirituality, Ari’s work is equal parts profound and playful. Whether he’s dropping rhymes about organic farming, ancient wisdom, or the wonders of honeybees, his creativity knows no bounds.
When he’s not crafting verses or performing on stages worldwide, Ari can likely be found debating the merits of kombucha or serenading his houseplants. With a heart full of passion and a mind brimming with wit, Ari Lesser turns life’s complexities into melodies you can’t help but hum along to.
