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Jerzee Monét

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Jerzee Monét
Birth nameTanisha Monét Carey
Born (1977-06-09) June 9, 1977 (age 47)
OriginTrenton, New Jersey, U.S.
GenresR&B, soul
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter
Years active2001–present
LabelsDreamWorks Records

Tanisha Monét Carey (born June 9, 1977), known professionally as Jerzee Monét, is an American R&B singer formerly signed to DreamWorks Records.

Early life

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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.

Career

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While 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

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Studio albums

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

Love & War 60 14

References

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  1. ^ a b c d Torreano, Bradley. "Jerzee Monét Bio". AllMusic. Retrieved February 9, 2018.
  2. ^ a b c "Jerzee Monét". Ebony. September 2002. Retrieved February 9, 2018.
  3. ^ Jerzee Monét Billboard Chart History Billboard. Retrieved February 9, 2017.
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