Renowned for her impressive career, Jessy J is one of the top contemporary jazz saxophonists, boasting 12 top singles and six chart-topping albums. She has collaborated with megastars such as Taylor Swift, Aerosmith, and many others.
In a recent interview on Wake Up 2Day, Jessy J discussed her experiences working with superstar musicians, her journey to success, and her life as a full-time mother of two.
Born in Portland, Oregon, and raised in Hemet, California, Jessy J is of Mexican-American descent. After graduating from USC, she worked in the studio with Michael Bublé and was inducted into Disney’s Magic Music Days Hall of Fame in 2010.
Jessy J has toured with The Temptations, Jessica Simpson, Michael Bolton, and Seal. Her extensive performance and recording credits include working with Taylor Swift, Aerosmith, Chance the Rapper, Robin Thicke, Anita Baker, Andra Day, Maxwell, Joe Sample, Harvey Mason, and Ray Parker Jr.
Known for her trademark Latin-tinged powerful horn playing, Jessy J has not only built a successful solo career but has also recorded for 12 seasons on Dancing with the Stars. She has performed on American Idol, The Voice, The Grammy’s, and the VMA’s.
