Tinashe had all the reasons in the world to be proud of herself

The 28-year-old singer, songwriter, and dancer - gearing up for the release of her 333 album - has become the first woman with braids to front iconic magazine Sports Illustrated.

Tinashe, who said the feature made history for "two reasons," stunned in a shiny gold bikini, with photos on the Kentucky native proving mighty popular.

Tinashe is both the first independent artist and the first swimsuit model to sport braids in SI's history. Posing for SI Swim and marking the milestone, she wrote:

"I feel like I manifested this because I’ve wanted to be in the swim edition since I was a teenager!! Thank you sports illustrated pretty cool to be the first independent music artist in the magazine and also the first woman with braids."

The "No Drama" hitmaker opened all bombshell while kneeling on soft sands, posing in a revealing and glossy gold two-piece, one that came accessorized with plenty more bling as the singer rocked a heavy gold chain necklace and hoop earrings.

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Tinashe flaunts her toned curves as she celebrates her 26th birthday in Fiji

She is a successful singer known for her edgy sense of style.

And Tinashe turned up the heat as she posed in colourful swimwear during her idyllic break to Fiji to celebrate her 26th birthday this week.

The brunette beauty then donned a thong swimsuit, which clung to her enviable frame as she posed in front of a pool.

Her wavy tresses were held back with a red rose and she showcased her natural beauty by going make-up free. 

Her well-earned break came after her starring role in Rent: Live - the made-for-TV adaptation of the Broadway adaptation of the 19th century Puccini opera La Boheme.  

Tinashe played the role of Mimi Marquez which saw her transform into a HIV positive dancer who struggles with addiction.  

The beauty also appeared in Dancing With The Stars last year.

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