Jessie J facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Jessie J
Jessie J in 2022
Born	Jessica Ellen Cornish (1988-03-27) 27 March 1988 (age 37) London, England
Occupation	Singer songwriter
Years active	2005–present
Works	Discography songs recorded concert tours
Children	1
Awards	Full list
Musical career
Genres	Pop R&B
Instruments	Vocals
Labels	Lava Republic Island Gut

Jessica Ellen Cornish (born 27 March 1988), who is known by her stage name Jessie J, is an English singer and songwriter. She was born and raised in London and started her career in music and theater when she was young.

Jessie J became famous after signing with Republic Records. Her first single, "Do It like a Dude", was a big hit in the United Kingdom. Her next song, "Price Tag", became a number-one hit in 19 countries, including the UK. These songs were on her first album, Who You Are (2011). The album was very successful and had six top-ten singles in the UK. This made Jessie J the first British female artist to achieve this from a single album.

Her second album, Alive (2013), also did well in the UK charts. In 2014, she released her third album, Sweet Talker. It featured the worldwide hit song "Bang Bang" with Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj. Jessie J has sold over 20 million singles and 3 million albums around the world.

Jessie J is known for her unique style, which mixes soul singing with modern R&B, pop, and hip-hop sounds. She has won many awards, including a Brit Award. She has also been a coach on the TV singing shows The Voice UK, The Voice Australia, and The Voice Kids UK. In 2018, she won the Chinese singing competition Singer, becoming the first non-Chinese singer to win.

Early Life

Jessica Ellen Cornish was born on 27 March 1988, in London, England. She went to Mayfield High School. When she was 11, she was in a West End musical called Whistle Down the Wind.

Jessie has two older sisters who were very good at school. Jessie said she was "never really that good at anything" academic. Instead, she loved creative things like drawing, acting, and singing. She said singing was always her "thing". At 15, she won a TV show called Britain's Brilliant Prodigies.

When she was 16, she started studying at the famous BRIT School, where singers like Adele and Leona Lewis also went. At age 11, she was diagnosed with a heart condition called Wolff–Parkinson–White syndrome.

Music Career

2006–2010: Starting as a Songwriter

Jessie J performing in 2008 before she became famous.

Before becoming a famous singer, Jessie J was a successful songwriter. She had a deal with Sony/ATV Music Publishing and wrote songs for famous artists. One of the most well-known songs she co-wrote is "Party in the U.S.A." for Miley Cyrus.

She was also a support act for singer Cyndi Lauper on her UK tour in 2008. A record label called Lava Records noticed her talent after hearing her music on her MySpace page. After a change in her management team, she signed a record deal with them.

2010–2012: Becoming a Star with Who You Are

Jessie J performing in New York City in 2011.

Jessie J's first album, Who You Are, was released in 2011. Her first single, "Do It Like a Dude", reached number two on the UK charts. Her next single, "Price Tag", featuring rapper B.o.B, was a huge success. It went to number one in the UK and many other countries.

The album Who You Are was also very popular. It had other hit singles like "Nobody's Perfect", "Domino", and "Laserlight". With six top-ten hits from one album, she set a record for a British female artist.

In 2011, while rehearsing for a show, Jessie J broke her foot. She had to perform while sitting on a special golden throne for several weeks, including at the famous Glastonbury Festival. In 2012, she performed at the Diamond Jubilee Concert for Queen Elizabeth II and at the Closing Ceremony of the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.

2012–2016: Alive and Sweet Talker

Jessie J at the O2 Arena in London in 2013.

Jessie J's second album, Alive, came out in 2013. It included the hit singles "Wild" and "It's My Party". She also went on her first big arena tour, the Alive Tour.

In 2014, she released her third album, Sweet Talker. The first single, "Bang Bang", was a massive global hit. She recorded it with Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj. The song went to number one in the UK and was a top 10 hit in the US.

During this time, she was also a coach on The Voice Australia for two seasons. In 2016, she was the voice of a character named Brooke in the movie Ice Age: Collision Course.

2017–2020: R.O.S.E. and Winning in China

Jessie J performing in 2018.

In 2018, Jessie J took part in a Chinese singing competition called Singer. She amazed audiences and won the entire season. This was a historic moment, as she was the first international singer to ever win the show.

That same year, she released her fourth album, R.O.S.E.. The album was split into four parts, or EPs, with each part representing a different theme. The album had a more R&B sound compared to her earlier pop music. She also released a Christmas album called This Christmas Day in 2018.

2021–Present: New Music

In 2021, Jessie J released a new single called "I Want Love". She later shared that she had recorded a whole new album but decided to scrap it because it "did not feel right". She began re-recording the album in April 2022.

Voice and Music Style

Jessie J performing in 2015.

Jessie J is known for her powerful soul voice. Her music is a mix of R&B, pop, and hip hop. Critics have often praised her amazing vocal ability.

She has a very strong connection with her fans, whom she calls her "heartbeats". She has said that her fans are the reason for her success. She appreciates them for buying her music, coming to her shows, and supporting her career.

Personal Life

In 2014, Jessie J moved from London to Los Angeles, California, for more work opportunities.

She is in a relationship with professional basketball player Chanan Colman. They welcomed their first child, a son, in May 2023.

Jessie J has been open about her health. In 2020, she was diagnosed with Ménière's disease, which affects the inner ear and can cause dizziness and hearing problems. In 2024, she shared that she had also been diagnosed with obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In June 2025, she had surgery for early-stage breast cancer.

Charity Work

Jessie J performing at The Big Chill festival in 2011. She sat on a "gilded throne" because her foot was broken.

Jessie J is known for supporting many charities. She has appeared on big UK charity TV events like Children in Need and Comic Relief.

In 2013, she did something very brave for charity. She shaved her head live on television for Red Nose Day 2013 to help raise money for Comic Relief. She said, "It's hair, It will grow back. If it saves lives it's worth it."

She also supports a charity called Believe in Magic, which helps very sick children in the UK.

Discography

• Who You Are (2011)
• Alive (2013)
• Sweet Talker (2014)
• R.O.S.E. (2018)
• This Christmas Day (2018)

Filmography

Tours

Headlining

• Heartbeat Tour (2011–2012)
• Alive Tour (2013)
• Sweet Talker Tour (2015)
• R.O.S.E Tour (2017–2018)

Opening

• Girls Aloud Tangled Up Tour (2008)
• Chris Brown Fan Appreciation Tour (2009)

Special guest

• The Jingle Ball Tour (December 2014)

Images for kids

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  Jessie J performing at The Sony Awards in 2012.

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  Jessie J performing at the 2012 London Olympics Closing Ceremony.

See also

In Spanish: Jessie J para niños