Don Jazzy is a famous singer, lyricist and record producer. He currently serves as the chairman of Mavins Record Label. Don Jazzy started playing drums and guitar at the age of four, showing his love in music. He represents Samsung and Loya Milk as a brand ambassador.
Fast Facts
| Celebrated Name: | Don Jazzy |
|---|---|
| Real Name/Full Name: | Michael Collins Ajereh |
| Gender: | male |
| age: | 39 years old |
| Date of birth: | November 26, 1982 |
| Birthplace: | Umuahia, Nigeria |
| nationality: | Nigerians |
| Height: | 1.82 m |
| Weight: | 80 kg |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Marriage status: | Single |
| Wife/Partner (Name): | N/A |
| Children: | Nope |
| Dating/Girlfriend (Name): | N/A |
| Profession: | Nigerian record producer, singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur |
| Net Worth in 2023: | $15 million |
Biography of Don Jazzy
Don Jazzy, whose real name is Michael Collins Ajereh, was born in Lagos state and raised by his family in Ajegunle. Jazzy completed his education at the Federal Government College in Lagos before attending a business management course at the Ambrose Alli University in Edo state.
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Don Jazzy’s Age, Height, Weight
Don Jazzy was born on November 26, 1982, making him 39 years old in 2023. He is 1.82 meters tall and weighs 80 kilograms.
Career
It is interesting to note that Don Jazzy worked as a security guard at McDonald’s for his first job. His continued interest in music is due to his relationship with Solek and D’Banj. Emeka Infiniti taught Don Jazzy all production techniques at O-Town record label.
Don Jazzy worked with D’Banj to produce the albums “No Long Thing” and “Rundown/Funk You Up” for Mo’ Hits Records in 2005 and 2006, respectively.
Jazzy worked on the creation of “The Entertainer” and Wande Coal in 2008, one of the greatest Nigerian albums ever. Besides Jay-Z, D’Banj, D’Prince, sauce Kid, Kween, Dr. SID, and Ikechukwu, he has also provided vocals for them.
Jazzy was hired by Kanye West in 2011 to work as a producer on Very Good Beatz. Jazzy made an appearance in the 2012 Nollywood film The Last 3 Digits. Due to some disagreements, Jazzy and D’Banj ended their relationship in 2012.
Later, Jazzy declared Mavin Records as his new record company and released an album with songs under the same name. I am an Oma Ga, MAVIN, Amarachi, YOLO, Forever, Take Banana, etc. Jazzy produced a song by a Nigerian social activist in 2014.
2013 saw an argument between Jazzy and Wande Coal which resulted in the artiste leaving after two days. At The Headies Awards in 2015, Olamide and Jazzy fought over the prize for “Next Rated.”
Recognition & Achievement
Don Jazzy won the Best Producer award at the 2006 Nigerian Music Awards. Jazzy won the Best Music Producer prize at the 2007 Nigerian Entertainment Awards. He won Producer of the Year from The Headies in 2011 thanks to Over The Moon. He received The Headies’ Producer of the Year award in 2012 for Dorobucci. He received the designation of “special honor award” in the City People’s Entertainment Awards 2015.
Don Jazzy Net Worth In 2023
Don Jazzy’s projected net worth as of August 2023 is over $15 million. Jazzy has amassed this wealth by collaborating on various endorsement deals and creating numerous records. He is one of the famous producers who won multiple awards.
One of the richest and most famous music producers in Nigeria, Don Jazzy, has established an incredible reputation in the African music scene. He is currently ranked by Forbes as the 36th most influential celebrity in Africa. He participated in Samsung’s Built for Africa lineup which included Afro-Pop home theater.
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