Tanisha Monét Carey (born June 9, 1977), known professionally as Jerzee Monét, is an American R&B singer formerly signed to

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Early life

Jerzee's parents are divorced. Her mom is a Jehovah Witness and her cousins are Muslims. She previously worked as a hairstylist and a chef before releasing her debut album.

Career

While working as a chef

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came to eat where she worked. She and DMX exchanged phone numbers and he encouraged her to pursue her dreams. She later signed a record deal with

and started creating her debut project entitled '' Love & War''. In 2002, Jerzee released her debut single entitled "Most High" featuring DMX. She released her second single "Work It Out," which did not chart. She released her debut album "Love & War" which peaked at 60 on Billboard 200 and at 14 on Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts.

Discography

Studio albums

References

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