Only twenty years old, Chicago-native Tink is quickly becoming one of the most promising new artists today. Influenced by Lauryn Hill and Aaliyah, Tink is a singer-rapper with a flow that can keep with the best MCs today.

Here are the reasons why Tink is one of the best, and how she is up and coming.

She is signed to hit-maker Timbaland's label.

Timbaland has produced hits from Missy Elliot to Aaliyah to Justin Timberlake. While Timbaland is branching out to be his own artist, he has sold millions of albums and has even written the music for the hit show "Empire." Timbaland is very passionate about his new artist, which he has made apparent in interviews. His unique and infamous sound is apparent throughout Tink's work. Tink's current single "Million" pays respect to Aaliyah while reinventing her timeless song "One in a Million." Her ties with Timbaland are sure to make her a success.

Her lyrics are mature and speaks to young woman everywhere.
You will not catch Tink twerking in one of her videos or spitting explicit rhymes about her body. Her lyrics center around empowering females and addressing social issues. Her song "Ratchet Commandments" is a great example of her lyricism and flow.

She kills a freestyle.
Tink was recently named one of the ten XXL Magazine 2015 freshmen class. She was able to showcase her freestyle skills and was the standout among the artists.

Below is another example of how great a talent Tink is. In April, she debuted a freestyle on NYCs radio show "The Breakfast Club" and showed her versatility with an aggressive approach.

If you haven't heard of her, you will soon. She's one of the most talented young artists out there!