KaMillion facts for kids

KaMillion, whose real name is Alja Jackson, is an American star who is a rapper, singer, songwriter, and actress. She is known for her many talents in the music and television industries. You might have seen her on the TV show Love & Hip Hop: Miami or as a main character in the Max comedy series Rap ....

Life and Career

KaMillion was born and grew up in Jacksonville, Florida.

From Songwriter to Star

KaMillion started her career in music as a background dancer and singer. She soon became a successful songwriter, writing songs for famous artists like Jordin Sparks, Rihanna, and Diddy. A songwriter helps create the lyrics and melody for a song.

In 2019, she won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Album. This was for her work on the album H.E.R. by the artist H.E.R.. That same year, she and comedian Lil Duval were the opening performers at the BET Hip Hop Awards.

In 2020, KaMillion became more famous when she appeared on the third season of the TV show Love & Hip Hop: Miami. Her song "Fine ..." is the theme music for the second season of the TV show A Black Lady Sketch Show.

Acting Success

Besides music, KaMillion is also an actress. She has appeared in shows like Star and The Quad.

In 2022, she got her first main role in a TV show. She played the character Mia Knight in the Max comedy series Rap .... Her character was partly inspired by the real-life rapper Yung Miami from the group City Girls.

Her acting in the show was so good that she was nominated for an Independent Spirit Award. A writer for the Hollywood Reporter praised her performance, saying that KaMillion's joy and warmth made the character special and that she was amazing to watch as a rapper and dancer on screen.

Songs Written for Other Artists

Here are some of the popular songs KaMillion has helped write:

• Diddy – ... 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)
• Boosie Bad ... - Kicking Cloudz

Film and Television Roles

Awards and Nominations