Jeremih Biography: Age, Net Worth, Kids, Brother & Most Asked Questions

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Jeremih’s Basic Information

Stage Name:	Jeremih
Real Name:	Jeremy Phillip Felton
Occupation:	Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer
Date Of Birth/Age:	July 17, 1987 (36 Years Old)
Place of Birth:	Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Gender:	Male
Nationality:	American
Marital Status:	Single
Education:	Morgan Park High School, University of Illinois and Parkland College, Columbia College Chicago
Height:	1.88 m
Net Worth:	$2M

Jeremih Biography

Jeremih was born in Chicago, Illinois, and started playing the drums at the age of three. He can also play the saxophone, a number of percussion instruments, the piano, and keyboards. He participated in the marching band and a Latin jazz band at Morgan Park High School, where he was enrolled. He also picked up the congas and timbales, among other percussion instruments. Felton excelled in school and graduated with honors from Morgan Park High School. He was able to leave high school a year early thanks to his excellent grades.

He registered for classes at Parkland College and the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. He wanted to switch his major from engineering to anything linked to music after studying engineering for a semester at the university. He changed schools in 2007 to seek a degree in music business at Columbia College Chicago. He realized his vocal talents and gained great reviews after paying homage to Ray Charles at one of the university talent competitions, noting that the “music was just taking over.”

Jeremih launched his career in 2009 when he dropped his first song, which landed on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop list of Billboard. He later released “Jeremih,” which debuted at number six on the Billboard 200, as a result of the debut’s success. A few years later, he launched the song “Don’t Tell Em,” which was produced by Schultz and DJ Mustard, on his third album. Later, in 2015, “Late Nights: The Album” was released featuring cameos from J.Cole, Big Sean, Future, and Ty Dolla Sign among others.

Kids

Canyon Grey Felton is a well-recognized American celebrity son. Felton is widely famed as the son of well-named American singer, songwriter, and record producer, Jeremih Felton and his former partner, Rachel Leigh. Canyon Grey Felton was born on 4 July 2012. At present, his age is 9 years old. Likewise, his birthplace is Illinois, Chicago.

Canyon is the son of his father, Jeremih Felton whereas his mother is Rachel Leigh. He is the only son in his family. Talking about his nationality, Felton holds an American identity whereas his ethnicity is All-American. Regarding education, the star might be in early education. He has not stated his academic background to the public now.

Canyon has never before been associated with any contentious issues or speculations. The youngster has been consumed with his childhood and personal affairs. Felton seems to want to enjoy his own life, and it appears that his parents have not tried to get him involved in the media.

Brother

Jeremih doesn’t have a brother or sister listed in any available record(s), but he does have a relative named Willie Taylor. William Madison Taylor III is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer who was born on March 29, 1981. He is most known for being a participant on MTV’s Making the Band 4 when, on August 26, 2007, Diddy selected him to be a member and one of the band’s lead vocalists.

Taylor was a part of the Kwiet Storm band from Chicago. On BET’s Midnight Love, Cita’s World, Hits from the Street, and as the New Joint of the Day on 106 & Park, their music video for “Leave Me Alone” was featured. Taylor quit Kwiet Storm after eleven years to launch a solo career. Taylor has collaborated with well-known musicians like Joe, Ginuwine, Jagged Edge, and Avant (with whom he co-wrote two songs on Director: “So Many Ways” and “With You”).

Most Asked Questions

How does Jeremih pronounce his name?

MTV got Jeremih to sit down and tell everyone how they’re supposed to pronounce his name. Turns out the “Birthday Sex” singer’s name kinda rhymes with “verify” or “carrot-pie.” Jer-Am-I.

What is Jeremih real name?

His real name is Jeremy Felton. But he is more famous from other names such as well, his stage name, Jeremih.

What neighborhood is Jeremih from?

Jeremih was born in Chicago, Illinois, where he began playing drums at the age of three and is able to play the saxophone, several percussion instruments and piano/keyboards.

How old is Jeremih the rapper?

Born on the 17th of July, 1987, Jeremih is 34 years old.

How tall is Jeremih?

Pretty tall. As tall as 6 ft and 2 inches or 1.88m, whichever unit you prefer.

Who is Jeremih the singer baby mama?

Jeremih was in a public relationship with Black Ink Crew Chicago’s star Rachel Leigh, who began dating the singer after her longtime lover, Ryan Henry started cheating on her. Rachel also has a child each for the two men. Additionally, she is a businesswoman-cum-entrepreneur, well-known for her luxurious nail lacquer firm, Pear Nova.

Where did Jeremih go to college?

Jeremih attended Columbia College, where he worked with producer Mick Schultz to create a demo in a home studio when he was a student there. Their debut single, “My Ride,” was played in regular rotation on radios after receiving radio airplay.