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KaMillion
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![]() KaMillion in 2022
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Born | Jacksonville, Florida, U.S.
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June 26, 1989
Other names | Alja Jackson |
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Alja Jackson, known professionally as KaMillion, is an American artist. She is a talented rapper, singer, and songwriter. KaMillion is also an actress. She has appeared in TV shows like Love & Hip Hop: Miami and Rap Sh!t.
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KaMillion's Life and Career
KaMillion was born and grew up in Jacksonville, Florida. She started her career as a background dancer and singer. Later, she became a songwriter for many famous artists. These artists include Jordin Sparks, Rihanna, and Missy Elliott.
Early Music and Achievements
KaMillion first released R&B music. She then started making trap music. Her song "Mr. Money Bags" came out in 2013. It featured the rapper Future.
In 2019, KaMillion won a Grammy Award. This was for her songwriting work on H.E.R.'s album. That same year, she performed at the BET Hip Hop Awards. She was the opening act with Lil Duval.
Rising to Fame on TV
KaMillion became more widely known in 2020. She joined the cast of Love & Hip Hop: Miami for its third season. Her song "... 4 Me" became very popular that year. It went viral, meaning many people shared it online.
Her song "Fine Azz" is also well-known. It is the theme song for the second season of A Black Lady Sketch Show.
Acting Roles
KaMillion has acted in several TV shows. These include Star and The Quad.
In 2022, she got her first main acting role. She played Mia Knight in the comedy series Rap Sh!t. This show is about two friends trying to make it as rappers. For her role, she was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award. A critic from The Hollywood Reporter praised her performance. They said she was "magnetic" and made Mia's joy "infectious."
KaMillion's Songwriting Work
KaMillion has written songs for many artists. Here are some of her songwriting credits:
- Diddy – Dirty Money featuring Trey Songz – "Your Love" (2010)
- Trey Songz – "Already Taken" (2010)
- Rihanna – "Watch n' Learn" (2011)
- Keke Palmer – "Love Me, Love Me Not" and "Takes Me Away" (2012)
- Jordin Sparks – "1000" (2015)
- Samantha Jade – ""Let the Good Times Roll"
- H.E.R.- "Rather Be" (2019)
KaMillion's Filmography
KaMillion has appeared in various films and television shows.
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2012 | Joyful Noise | Holy Vision Church of Detroit Choir Member | Credited as Alja Jackson |
2012 | After Effect | Keisha Jackson | Credited as Alja Jackson |
2017 | The Quad | Female Vocalist | Credited as Alja KaMillion; Season 1, Episode 3 |
2017 | When Love Kills: The Falicia Blakely Story | Meesha | Credited as Alja KaMillion |
2017 | Star | Meesha | Credited as Alja KaMillion; Season 2, Episode 3 |
2020 | Love & Hip Hop: Miami | Herself | Guest; Season 3 |
2022–2023 | Rap Sh!t | Mia Knight | Main role |
2023 | Wild 'n Out | Herself | Guest |
Awards and Nominations
KaMillion has received awards and nominations for her work.
Year | Award | Category | Nominated work | Result | Ref. |
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2019 | Grammy Award | Best R&B Album | H.E.R. | Won | |
2023 | Independent Spirit Awards | Best Lead Performance in a New Scripted Series | Rap Sh!t | Nominated |