Lyrica Anderson’s Husband, A1 Bentley Bio: Age, Kids, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Songs & Reality TV, Grammy

Floyd Eugene Bentley III, known professionally as A1 Bentley and SprngBrk, is an American record producer, songwriter, rapper, and television personality, best recognized for his production work with artists like Chris Brown, Drake, Tyga, and Future.

His Grammy-winning contribution to Future’s 2022 single “Wait for U” marked a career peak, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100.

Bentley gained broader fame through his appearances on VH1’s Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood, where his tumultuous relationship with singer Lyrica Anderson was a focal point. His distinctive style, including blonde dreads and bold fashion, has made him a standout figure in the music and entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full Name: Floyd Eugene Bentley III
• Stage Name: A1 Bentley, SprngBrk
• Born: 6 July, 1987
• Age: 38 years old
• Birthplace: Kansas City, Missouri, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Record Producer, Songwriter, Rapper, Television Personality
• Height: 1.68m
• Parents: Pam Bentley, Floyd Bentley Jr.
• Siblings: Loyd Bentley
• Spouse: Lyrica Anderson (m 2016 – s.2022)
• Children: Ocean Zion Bentley
• Relationship: Separated
• Net Worth: $4 million

Early Life and Education

Floyd Eugene Bentley III was born on July 6, 1987, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Pam Bentley, a stylist with her own salon, and Floyd Bentley Jr.

He grew up on what he described as “the rough side of Kansas City” alongside his brother, Loyd Bentley.

A talented athlete, Bentley attended Highland Community College in Kansas, where he played basketball for three years until a serious injury shifted his focus to music. Details about his formal education beyond college are not publicly documented, as he pursued a career in music early on.

His ethnicity is African-American, and he identifies as Christian.

Career

Floyd Eugene Bentley III, known as A1 Bentley, began his music career after a basketball injury prompted him to move to Los Angeles, where he connected with producer Raphael Saadiq and Mike Caren, former Executive President of A&R at Atlantic Records.

His first major credit came in 2010, co-writing “Unusual” for Trey Songz featuring Drake, which peaked at number seven on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and earned an ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Award.

Early collaborations included work with Tank, Chris Brown, and Jason Derulo, establishing him as a sought-after songwriter and producer in R&B and hip-hop.

Bentley’s career gained momentum with his work on Chris Brown’s projects, notably producing and co-writing 12 songs for the 2017 album Heartbreak on a Full Moon, including multi-platinum singles “Party” (featuring Usher and Gucci Mane) and “Questions.”

He also co-produced hits like French Montana’s “No Pressure” and Wiz Khalifa’s “Something New,” which went viral via a TikTok dance challenge.

In 2019, he signed with T-Pain’s Nappy Boy Entertainment, releasing his debut mixtape Turbulence and singles like “Pride” (2021). His 2022 contribution to Future’s “Wait for U” earned him a Grammy, solidifying his industry stature.

His reality TV stint on Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood (2016–2020) showcased his music endeavors and personal life.

Currently, Bentley remains active in music production, collaborating with artists like Ty Dolla $ign and Kid Ink, and running his label, Right Now Sound.

His reality TV appearances, including The Conversation and Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, have kept him in the public eye, though recent X posts from 2024 suggest he’s focusing more on music than television.

Despite personal challenges, including his separation from Lyrica Anderson, Bentley’s versatility and collaborations with high-profile artists continue to drive his influence in hip-hop and R&B, with plans for new releases hinted at in recent interviews.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @a1bentley
• Facebook Handle: A1 Bentley
• Twitter Handle: @A1Bentley_

Personal Life

A1 Bentley, married singer and songwriter Lyrica Anderson in August 2016 after meeting her in a Los Angeles studio elevator in 2012.

They welcomed their son, Ocean Zion Bentley, on November 30, 2018.

Their relationship, chronicled on Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood, faced public scrutiny, including infidelity allegations involving Anderson with Safaree Samuels in 2018 and Bentley with model Summer Bunni in 2019, leading to their separation in 2022, though they have not officially divorced.

Discography

• “Upside Down” feat. O.T. Genasis (2016)
• “Party” by Chris Brown feat. Usher and Gucci Mane (2017)
• “Questions” by Chris Brown (2017)
• “No Pressure” by French Montana feat. Future (2017)
• “Something New” by Wiz Khalifa feat. Ty Dolla $ign (2017)
• Turbulence (mixtape, 2019)
• “Pride” (2021)
• “Wait for U” by Future feat. Drake and Tems (2022)

Net Worth

A1 Bentley, has an estimated net worth of approximately $4 million USD.

His wealth primarily comes from his music production and songwriting for artists like Chris Brown, Drake, and Future, with significant earnings from hits like “Wait for U” and Heartbreak on a Full Moon.

His appearances on Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood and other reality shows, along with his label Right Now Sound and endorsements, contribute to his income.