Crossword clue
“Singer with the 2009 #1 hit "Tik Tok"”
This clue appeared as 56-Down in the NYT Crossword on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
KESHALetters5
Starts withK
Ends withA
Vowels2
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About this clue
The clue “Singer with the 2009 #1 hit "Tik Tok"” ran in the NYT Crossword on February 18, 2026 as 56-Down. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with K and ends with A.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Singer with the 2009 #1 hit "Tik Tok"” clue?+
The answer is KESHA (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of February 18, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
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