Maliibu Miitch facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Maliibu Miitch
Roberts in 2018
Background information
Birth name	Jennifer Jade Roberts
Born	(1991-03-04) March 4, 1991 (age 34) Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.
Origin	New York City, New York, U.S.
Genres	Hip hop gangsta rap
Occupation(s)	Rapper singer songwriter
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	2009–present
Labels	Atlantic, Island, Def Jam

Jennifer Jade Roberts (born March 4, 1991), who is known by her stage name Maliibu Miitch, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. She was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, but grew up in New York City. Roberts began her rap career in 2009. Before becoming a solo artist, she was part of a hip hop group called Malibu N Helene.

In 2013, her group released its first collection of songs, an EP called Hood Foreign. A year later, they signed with the record labels Def Jam and Island Records. In 2015, they released two singles, "Figure8" and "Starin' at It".

In 2017, Maliibu Miitch released a mixtape called Maliibu Miitch Top 5. She then started her solo career in 2018 with the single "Give Her Some Money," which was released by Atlantic Records.

Early Life

Maliibu Miitch's mother, Venessa White, was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, and her father, Brett Roberts, was from Vietnam. When Maliibu was three years old, she moved with her mother and two siblings from Charlotte to New York City.

At 17, Maliibu started working as a model. However, she soon discovered a passion for rapping. In 2011, she appeared in the music video for "Hustle In the Morning" by rapper Jim Jones. This experience made her want to pursue a career in rap even more.

Music Career

Getting Started

In 2009, Maliibu Miitch began rapping as a hobby. She would often join in freestyle rap groups, called ciphers, in her neighborhood in the South Bronx. Her hobby helped her get her first record deal in 2011 with Darin "Dee" Dean, the CEO of Ruff Ryders. The famous producer Swizz Beatz also supported the deal.

Going Independent and Signing Deals

In 2013, Maliibu Miitch decided to become an independent artist. She started her own record label and an all-female company. That same year, she released her first EP, Hood Foreign.

In 2014, she signed her first major record deal with Island Records. There, she formed a duo with another female singer. They released two singles in 2015. After a two-year break, she returned to music in 2017 with a new EP called "Top 5" and the singles "Gwapamole" and "4 AM".

A few months later, Maliibu Miitch signed another major deal, this time with Atlantic Records. This was her first record deal as a solo artist. In 2018, she released the single "Give Her Some Money." She is currently working on her first full album.

Influences

Maliibu Miitch has said that her style and music are inspired by many artists. These include her mother, Lil' Kim, Lauryn Hill, Rihanna, 50 Cent, Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj, Foxy Brown, and Jadakiss.

Discography

Extended Plays

Singles

As a Featured Artist