Tanisha Monét Carey (born June 9, 1977), known professionally as Jerzee Monét, is an American R&B singer formerly signed to DreamWorks Records.
Jerzee Monét | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Tanisha Monét Carey |
| Born | June 9, 1977 |
| Origin | Trenton, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Genres | R&B, soul |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
| Years active | 2001–present |
| Labels | DreamWorks Records |
Early life
editJerzee's parents are divorced.[1] Her mom is a Jehovah Witness and her cousins are Muslims.[1][2] She previously worked as a hairstylist and a chef before releasing her debut album.
Career
editWhile working as a chef Ruff Ryders came to eat where she worked.[1][2] She and DMX exchanged phone numbers and he encouraged her to pursue her dreams.[1][2] She later signed a record deal with DreamWorks Records and started creating her debut project entitled Love & War. In 2002, Jerzee released her debut single entitled "Most High" featuring DMX. She released her second single "Work It Out," which did not chart. She released her debut album "Love & War" which peaked at 60 on Billboard 200 and at 14 on Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts.
Discography
editStudio albums
edit| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US |
US R&B | ||||
| Love & War |
|
60 | 14 | ||
References
edit- ^ a b c d Torreano, Bradley. "Jerzee Monét Bio". AllMusic. Retrieved February 9, 2018.
- ^ a b c "Jerzee Monét". Ebony. September 2002. Retrieved February 9, 2018.
- ^ Jerzee Monét Billboard Chart History Billboard. Retrieved February 9, 2017.
