Born: 1988 (London, England)
Biography:
Jessica Ellen Cornish, known professionally as Jessie J, is an English singer who has made a significant impact on the music industry with her powerful vocals and unique musical style. Born on March 27, 1988, in London, Jessie J began her journey to stardom from a young age.
At the tender age of 11, Jessie J made her debut on the stage with a role in the West End musical Whistle Down the Wind. This early exposure to performing set the stage for her future career in music. Recognizing her talent, Jessie J was later accepted into the prestigious BRIT School, a performing arts institution in London. It was here that she honed her skills and crafted her passion for music.
Shortly after her time at the BRIT School, Jessie J signed with Gut Records and secured a songwriting deal with Sony/ATV Music Publishing. However, it was her signing with Republic Records that brought her into the spotlight. In 2010, she released her debut single, Do It Like a Dude, which showcased her bold and unapologetic attitude. The song quickly caught the attention of music lovers and marked the beginning of her meteoric rise to fame.
With her follow-up single, Price Tag, Jessie J achieved international success, topping the charts in 19 countries, including the UK. This was followed by the release of her debut album, Who You Are, in 2011. The album peaked at number two in the UK and spawned several hit singles, including Nobody’s Perfect, Who You Are, Domino, and Laserlight. Notably, this feat made Jessie J the first British female artist to have six top-ten singles from a sole studio album.
Expanding her reach beyond the UK, Jessie J’s single Domino reached number six on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming her second number-one single in the UK. Her talent was also recognized on a global scale when she performed at the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Concert and the closing ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games in London.
Continuing her musical journey, Jessie J released her second album, Alive, in 2013. The album achieved success, peaking within the top five on the UK Albums Chart, and featured hit singles such as Wild and It’s My Party. In 2014, she released her third album, Sweet Talker, which included the smash hit single Bang Bang. The single debuted at number one in the UK and went multi-platinum worldwide. The album also achieved international success and reached the top ten on the US Billboard 200, marking her highest-charting album in the US.
Over the course of her career, Jessie J has sold over 20 million singles and 3 million albums worldwide, establishing herself as a global powerhouse in the music industry. Known for her unconventional musical style, she seamlessly blends elements of soul, contemporary R&B, pop, electropop, and hip-hop beats in her music. Her unique fusion of genres sets her apart from her contemporaries and has garnered her critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base.
In addition to her musical achievements, Jessie J has been involved in various charitable causes and has made appearances on the UK charity telethons BBC Children in Need and Comic Relief. She has also shared her knowledge and expertise as a coach on the competition series The Voice UK, The Voice Australia, and The Voice Kids UK.
In 2018, Jessie J made history by winning the sixth season of the Hunan TV reality program Singer in China, becoming the first non-Chinese contestant to claim the title. This victory propelled her to newfound recognition in China, solidifying her status as a global artist.
Jessie J’s impact on the music industry and her dedication to her craft have made her a role model for aspiring artists. Her powerful vocals, innovative musical style, and philanthropic efforts have cemented her place in women’s history and continue to inspire generations to come.
Awards:
– Critics’ Choice Brit Award (2011)
– BBC Sound of 2011 Award