Jerzee Monét

Tanisha Monét Carey (born June 9, 1977), better known by her stage name Jerzee Monét, is an American singer-songwriter formerly signed to DreamWorks Records.

Jerzee Monét
Birth nameTanisha Monét Carey
Born (1977-06-09) June 9, 1977
OriginTrenton, New Jersey, US
GenresR&B, soul
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter
InstrumentsVocals
Years active2001 – present
LabelsDreamWorks Records
Associated actsRuff Ryders, Ja Rule

Early life

Jerzee'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.

Music career

While working as a chef Ruff Ryders came to eat where she worked.[1][2] She and East Coast rapper 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

Studio albums
List of studio albums, with selected chart positions[3]
Title Album details Peak chart positions
US
 US
R&B
Love & War 6014

References
  1. Torreano, Bradley. "Jerzee Monét Bio". Retrieved February 9, 2018.
  2. "Jerzee Monét". Ebony. September 2002. Retrieved February 9, 2018.
  3. Jerzee Monét Billboard Chart History Billboard. Retrieved February 9, 2017.
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