Dasha
Profession: Musician
Born: February 27, 2000
Age: 26 years old
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: California, USA
Known for: viral crossover song titled Austin
Biography
Anna Dasha Novotny is an American singer and songwriter well known for her hit song titled “Austin (Boots Stop Workin’)” and her album “Dirty Blonde”.
Dasha was born in San Luis Obispo, California. She engaged in musical theatre and performance, while dancing ballet and and writing poetry. She began learning guitar and piano at age eight. Her older brother named Bardo, helped produce music, and her father served as manager during her early days.
She went to San Luis Obispo High School, where she took part in stage productions and performing with school arts programs. She also enrolled at Belmont University in Nashville but later dropped out during the COVID-19 pandemic to pursue a musical career.
Dasha first released music in 2020 with her first song titled “Don’t Mean a Thing”. She followed up with several singles and then her first extended play, “$hiny Things, in 2021.
She released her first album, “Dirty Blonde”, in 2023. She also released the song “Austin (Boots Stop Workin’)”, which brought her into the spotlight in the music scene.
Dasha released her second studio album, What Happens Now?, in early 2024.She tool a bold step in her career when she signed with Warner Records in March 2024. She reached to a large audience with live performances and appearances on several music award shows.
Dasha has continued to deliver new music, and maintain her identity as a country pop act. Her musical background, and ability to connect with fans have played central roles in her recent success.
Career Timeline
- 2020 – Don’t Mean a Thing (Single)
- 2021 – $hiny Things (EP)
- 2023 – Dirty Blonde (Album)
- 2023 – Austin (Boots Stop Workin’) (Single)
- 2024 – What Happens Now? (Album)
Personal Details
- Alternative name: Anna Dasha Novotny
- Nationality: American
- Height: 5 feet 8 in
- Religion: Christian (Catholicism)
- Parents: PJ Novotny (father), Laura Novotny (mother)
- Siblings: Bardo (brother)
- Official Website: Instagram.com- @dashamusic
Trivia
- Her real name is Anna Dasha Novotny.
- Dasha had her first performances in musical theatre at age five.
- She learned to play guitar and piano by age eight.
- She dropped out of university during the COVID-19 pandemic to focus on her music.
- Her music influences include the likes of Taylor Swift, Jeremy Zucker, Ariana Grande, Love Styrke, and Dominic Fike.
- She signed with Warner Records shortly after her song “Austin” began to trend.
- Her older brother named Bardo, is also a producer.
- Her albums shift between pop, country, and personal storytelling lines.
- She was nominated for MTV Video Music Awards in 2025.
- She is worth over $2 million.