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 on 27 March 1988), known as Jessie J, is an English singer and songwriter. She grew up in London. Jessie J started her career on stage at age 11. She had a role in the West End musical Whistle Down the Wind.

She later studied at the BRIT School. After that, she signed with Gut Records. She also got a deal to write songs for Sony/ATV Music Publishing. Jessie J became famous after signing with Republic Records. Her first single, "Do It like a Dude", reached number 2 in the UK. Her next song, "Price Tag", was a huge hit worldwide. It topped the charts in 19 countries, including the UK.

Her first album, Who You Are (2011), reached number two in the UK. Many songs from this album were top ten hits in the UK. This made Jessie J the first British female artist to have six top-ten singles from one album. Her second album, Alive (2013), also did well in the UK.

Her third album, Sweet Talker (2014), included the hit song "Bang Bang". This song, with Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj, went to number one in the UK. It also sold millions worldwide. By 2015, Jessie J had sold over 20 million singles and 3 million albums. In 2018, she released her album R.O.S.E. and a Christmas album called This Christmas Day.

Jessie J is known for her unique music style. It blends soul vocals with contemporary R&B, electropop, and hip-hop beats. She has won many awards, including the 2011 Critics' Choice Brit Award. She also won the BBC's Sound of 2011. Jessie J supports many charities. She has appeared on UK charity TV shows like BBC Children in Need and Comic Relief. She has also been a coach on TV singing shows. These include The Voice UK (2012–2013) and The Voice Australia (2015–2016). In 2018, she won the Chinese singing show Singer. She was the first non-Chinese singer to win.

Early Life and Beginnings

Jessica Ellen Cornish was born on 27 March 1988. She grew up in Chadwell Heath, London. Her parents are Rose and Stephen Cornish. She went to Mayfield High School. Jessie J often calls herself an "Essex girl" because the area was part of Essex until 1965.

At age 11, she joined Colin's Performing Arts School. She was then chosen for Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Whistle Down the Wind. She also joined the National Youth Music Theatre. She performed in their 2002 show The Late Sleepers.

Jessie has two older sisters. They were both very good students. Jessie J felt she was "never really that good at anything" compared to them. She said she was good at drawing, fashion, and writing songs. But she struggled with math. She knew singing was her special talent. In 2003, at age 15, she won Best Pop Singer on the TV show Britain's Brilliant Prodigies.

At 16, she started studying at the BRIT School. At 17, she joined a girl group called Soul Deep. She graduated in 2006, the same year as singers Adele and Leona Lewis. She was diagnosed with a heart condition called Wolff–Parkinson–White syndrome at age 11. At 18, she had a minor stroke due to this condition.

Music Career Highlights

Getting Started in Music

Jessie J performing in 2008 before fame

Jessie J first signed with Gut Records. She recorded an album, but the company went out of business. Then, she became a successful songwriter. She got a deal with Sony ATV. She also opened for Cyndi Lauper on her 2008 UK tour. Lauper even invited her to sing "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" on stage.

Jessie J has written songs for other famous artists. These include Chris Brown and Miley Cyrus. She co-wrote Miley Cyrus's hit song "Party in the U.S.A.". She was also in a girl band called Soul Deep for two years. But she left because she felt it wasn't going anywhere. Many people think she became famous through YouTube. However, she was signed to a record label four years before her first video was posted online.

Lava Records noticed Jessie J when her publisher sent them a link to her MySpace page. The record company loved her music. After an impressive show in the US, Lava Records wanted to sign her. She eventually signed with Lava as part of a deal with Universal Republic.

Who You Are Album Success

Jessie J started recording her first album in 2005. It was finished in January 2011. She said the song "Big White Room" was inspired by an experience she had at age 11. She wrote it at 17 in a hospital. She is very proud of the album's title track, "Who You Are". She calls it a "positive role model for young people". She wrote the song in 2005 when she felt very lonely in Los Angeles.

In late 2010, Jessie J released her first single, "Do It Like a Dude". She first wrote this song with Rihanna in mind. But her label, Island Records, wanted it for her. The song was well-received and reached number two in the UK. Her next single, "Price Tag", came out in January 2011. It was written by Jessie J, Dr. Luke, Claude Kelly, and B.o.B. This song hit number one in the UK. It also reached number 23 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. "Price Tag" was also number one in New Zealand and Ireland.

Jessie J performing at a concert in New York City in 2011

Her first album, Who You Are, was released on 25 February 2011. It debuted at number two on the UK Albums Chart. The album reached the top ten in many countries. She then released "Nobody's Perfect" as a single. "Domino" became her second US single. This song, produced by Dr. Luke, was sent to radio in September 2011.

Jessie J was supposed to open for Katy Perry's California Dreams Tour in 2011. But she had to pull out after breaking her foot during rehearsals. She was the main artist at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards. She performed many of her songs and covers during commercial breaks.

In June 2011, Jessie J hurt her foot at the Summertime Ball in London. She still performed her set while sitting on a special throne. She also performed at Glastonbury Festival 2011 on the throne. Her doctor told her not to perform for several weeks to heal. She returned to concerts in late August. She was still in a cast and using the throne at the 2011 MTV VMA's.

James Morrison's album The Awakening featured a song with Jessie J called "Up". It was released as a single in November 2011. Jessie J re-released Who You Are in November 2011. It included the song "Domino". "Domino" topped the UK charts. It became her first top 10 hit in the US after "Price Tag".

Jessie J performing at The Sony Awards in 2012

At the 2012 Brit Awards, Jessie J was nominated for two awards. These were Best British Female Artist and Best British Single for "Price Tag". With David Guetta, Jessie J released "Laserlight" in May 2012. This song reached number five in the UK. It made her the first UK female solo artist to have six top-ten singles from one album. This achievement was compared to artists like Lady Gaga and Michael Jackson.

Jessie J performing at the 2012 London Olympics Closing Ceremony

On 4 June 2012, Jessie J performed at the Diamond Jubilee Concert for Queen Elizabeth II. She sang a duet with will.i.am. She also sang her hit "Domino". On 12 August 2012, she performed at the Closing Ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games in London. She sang "Price Tag" and other songs with Tinie Tempah and Taio Cruz. She also sang "We Will Rock You" with Queen. Jessie J was a coach on the BBC One show The Voice UK in 2012 and 2013.

Alive and Sweet Talker Albums

In January 2012, Jessie J announced she was working on her second album. She hoped to work with other artists, including her fellow coaches from The Voice. She worked with CeeLo Green and Diane Warren.

Jessie J at the O₂ Arena in London in 2013

Jessie J announced her first arena tour, the Alive Tour. It started in October 2013. "Wild" was the first single from her album Alive. It was a top 5 hit in the UK and Australia. Other singles from the album included "It's My Party" and "Thunder". Jessie also sang on DJ Cassidy's song "Calling All Hearts".

Her third album, Sweet Talker, came out on 13 October 2014. It reached number 5 in the UK. "Bang Bang", with Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj, was the first single. It became her third number one song in the UK. "Bang Bang" also debuted at number 6 on the US Billboard Hot 100. It became Jessie J's second top 10 hit in the US and reached number 3. In 2015, she became a judge on The Voice Australia. Her 2015 song "Flashlight" was nominated for Best British Video at the 2016 Brit Awards. In January 2015, she started the Sweet Talker Tour.

In 2016, Jessie J lent her voice to the movie Ice Age: Collision Course. She sang the movie's theme song "My Superstar".

R.O.S.E. and Singer 2018

Jessie J performing in 2018

On 11 August 2017, Jessie J released "Real Deal" for an M&M's ad. On 12 September, she announced her fourth album R.O.S.E.. The first single, "Think About That", came out on 15 September 2017. Other songs from R.O.S.E. were also released. "Not My Ex" came out in October 2017, and "Queen" in November 2017. In October 2017, Jessie J started her R.O.S.E. tour in Europe and the US.

In January 2018, she joined the sixth season of the Chinese singing show I Am a Singer. Jessie J won the competition. She made history as the first international singer to win the show. She was number one in five out of ten elimination rounds.

In May 2018, her fourth album R.O.S.E. was released. This album had more of an R&B sound, different from her usual pop music. In September 2018, Jessie J announced her first Christmas album, This Christmas Day. It was released on 26 October 2018. In December 2018, Jessie J confirmed she would be a coach on The Voice Kids UK. She also said she wanted to write new pop/soul songs. In April 2019, Jessie began touring Europe and Asia. She named the tour The Lasty Tour to honor her bodyguard, Dave Last, who passed away.

Jessie J co-wrote "One More Try" with Max Martin and Oscar Holter. This song is in Martin's 2019 musical & Juliet. Jessie J's own version of the song is also on the soundtrack.

Recent Music and Changes

In 2021, Jessie J released a new single called "I Want Love". She later shared that she had been diagnosed with Ménière's disease. In May 2022, Jessie J said on a podcast that she had recorded a sixth album but decided not to release it. She felt it "did not feel right". Her record label supported her decision to start recording a new album in April 2022. She also shared that she had left her management team. In September 2023, she announced she had left Republic Records after 17 years. She said there was no bad feeling. She just wanted to be honest about her career goals. She confirmed she is no longer signed to a major label.

Her Unique Style

Jessie J performing in 2015

Jessie J is known for her powerful voice. She mixes soul vocals with R&B and pop music. Her music also has hip hop influences. Critics have noted her strong voice. Some compare her to artists like Adele and Amy Winehouse.

Entertainment Weekly described Jessie as having "all the tools". This includes a "monster voice" and a talent for catchy tunes. She also has a lively personality.

Jessie J calls her fans "heartbeats". This name came from her Heartbeat Tour. She has said her fans are amazing. She believes they are the reason she is successful. She loves that they support her music and come to her shows. Some fans even get tattoos of her song lyrics.

Personal Life

Jessie J performing at the 2011 The Big Chill, sitting on the "gilded throne" she used for performances while her foot was broken.

Where She Lives

In 2014, Jessie J moved from London to Los Angeles, California. She said she moved for more work chances. She also felt that in the UK, people focused too much on her personal life. She wanted people to appreciate her singing more. She said, "In America they see me as a singer."

Relationships and Family

In November 2014, she started dating American singer Luke James. They ended their relationship in October 2015. She later dated American actor Channing Tatum in 2018. They broke up in 2019 but got back together in 2020 before splitting again.

Since 2021, she has been in a relationship with basketball player Chanan Colman. In January 2023, she shared that she was expecting her first child. Their son was born in May 2023.

Health Challenges

In early 2011, Jessie J had a panic attack on stage. This happened when she had to perform in the dark. She asked for the lights to be turned on, but they weren't. She said it was "awful" because she couldn't see anything.

Jessie J is a vegan.

In December 2020, she shared that she was diagnosed with Ménière's disease. This condition affects the inner ear. It can cause dizziness, ringing in the ear, and hearing loss. She said it felt like "someone crawled" into her ear and "turned a hair dryer on".

In July 2024, she revealed she had been diagnosed with obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Helping Others

Jessie J has appeared on major UK charity TV shows. These include Children in Need and Comic Relief. Both shows are broadcast on the BBC. In August 2011, she said she would shave her head for charity in 2012. She said, "It's hair, It will grow back. Even if it takes 2 years, if it saves lives it's worth it." On 15 March 2013, Jessie's head was shaved live during Red Nose Day 2013. This helped raise money for Comic Relief.

In November 2011, Jessie J sang "Nobody's Perfect" at the Children in Need Rocks Manchester concert. This event raised money for Children in Need 2011. Jessie J supports Believe in Magic, a UK children's charity. This charity grants wishes to children with serious illnesses. In July 2012, she performed "Laserlight" on stage with a 7-year-old fan. The fan, Daniel Sullivan, had leukemia. Daniel passed away four months later.

Discography

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

Filmography

Tours

Headlining Tours

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

Opening Tours

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

Special Guest Tours

• The Jingle Ball Tour (December 2014)

Awards and Nominations

See also

In Spanish: Jessie J para niños