Jenevieve
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| Born | Jenevieve Johnson January 30, 1998 |
| Origin | Los Angeles, California |
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| Years active | 2020–present |
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Jenevieve Johnson (born January 30, 1998), known mononymously as Jenevieve, is an American singer and songwriter known for her genre-blending sound that fuses elements of R&B, pop, soul, and disco. She rose to prominence with her breakout single "Baby Powder" in 2020 and has since released two critically acclaimed albums, Division (2021) and Crysalis (2025).[1][2]
Early life
[edit]Jenevieve was born in Miami, Florida, and is of Cuban and Bahamian descent.[3][4][1][5][6] She was raised in a family with a strong background in dance—both her mother and grandmother were ballet dancers.[3] At the age of 13, she expressed her desire to pursue music professionally, prompting her mother to take her to a recording studio. After recording a demo, she caught the attention of an engineer at Interscope Records, which helped launch her career.[3][1][4]
Career
[edit]2020–2021: Breakthrough and Division
[edit]Jenevieve made her official debut in February 2020 with the single "Medallion," followed by the viral hit "Baby Powder" in March.[1] The latter garnered millions of streams and landed on major playlists, establishing her as a rising star in the R&B scene. These tracks were later included in her debut album, Division, released in 2021.[1][2]
2025: Crysalis
[edit]In 2025, Jenevieve released her sophomore album, Crysalis, marking a new chapter in her artistic journey. The 14-track album, produced in collaboration with Elijah Gabor, explores themes of self-discovery, resilience, and creative freedom. The project was accompanied by a visual for the single "Hvn High" and a private release event in Los Angeles.[7][5][8]
Reception
[edit]Mic Drop Music described her music as "smooth, silky vocals layered over nostalgic old-school grooves" and added, "Her artistry reawakens the passion for R&B’s golden era while staying grounded in the now."[5] New Wave Magazine said "sound is a distinct pop-ish R&B, which is playful and cute."[9] Reviewing her 'Waiting Room' single, Clash Music said, "This time Jenevieve's sound has a more pronounced programmed RnB sheen; her interior, intimate notes and breezy delivery interplaying organically with Ward's fluid style.[10] The Bangkok Post described her as "one of the most compelling new voices in contemporary R&B."[11] Rolling Stone described her Division album as "one of the year’s breeziest R&B albums, full of strutting bass lines and sly, affecting hooks."[12]
Discography
[edit]Studio albums
[edit]EPs
[edit]- Rendezvous (2022)[7]
Singles
[edit]References
[edit]- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Centeno, Tony M. (September 30, 2025). "On The Verge Artist: Jenevieve Is "Head Over Heels" On Her Soothing Song". iHeartRadio. Retrieved October 19, 2025.
- 1 2 Kelly, Christopher (October 10, 2021). "Jenevieve & the Renaissance of 90s R&B". Culted Magazine. Retrieved October 20, 2025.
- 1 2 3 Cornwall, Erica (September 20, 2021). "New Noise: Jenevieve". Wonderland (magazine). Retrieved October 20, 2025.
- 1 2 McInnes, Laura (September 15, 2021). "Jenevieve: Neo-Soul's Newest Old Soul (Interview)". Sniffers Magazine. New Zealand. Retrieved October 20, 2025.
- 1 2 3 4 Jeans, Laneisha (July 30, 2025). "Jenevieve Ushers in a New Era with CRYSALIS". Mic Drop Music. Retrieved October 19, 2025.
- ↑ HQ. "Jenevieve - The Soulful Experimentalist Shaping the Sound of a New Generation". Tomorrow Magazine. Retrieved October 20, 2025.
- 1 2 3 4 Teitz, Alex (August 8, 2025). "Jenevieve – CRYSALIS". FEMMUSIC Magazine. Retrieved October 19, 2025.
- ↑ Barbolla, Sebastien (October 13, 2025). "Jenevieve Enters a New Era with 'Crysalis': An Interview". Pop Cultr. Retrieved October 19, 2025.
- 1 2 King, Tyrese (March 31, 2026). "Jenevieve Releases New Single 'Waiting Room' With Jordan Ward". New Wave Magazine. Retrieved May 1, 2026.
- 1 2 Hussain, Shahzaib (March 25, 2026). "Jenevieve Links With Jordan Ward On 'Waiting Room'". Clash Music. Retrieved May 1, 2026.
- ↑ Bunnag, Tatat (April 15, 2026). "R&B singer Jenevieve coming to BKK in June". Bangkok Post. Retrieved May 1, 2026.
- 1 2 Leight, Elias (September 8, 2021). "Jenevieve's 'Midnight Charm' Is a Breezy R&B Delight". Rolling Stone. Retrieved May 1, 2026.
- ↑ Callender, Brandon (September 17, 2021). "Division (album review)". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 1, 2026.
- 1 2 Lane, Vincent (August 10, 2025). "Jenevieve Celebrates Release Of New Album "Crysalis"". The Garnette Report. Retrieved May 1, 2026.
- ↑ Mowatt, Robyn (March 25, 2020). "Emerging Singer Jenevieve Releases Laid-Back Video for New Single "Baby Powder"". Okayplayer. Retrieved May 1, 2026.
- ↑ Go, Mayks (February 16, 2026). "Jenevieve to Bring 'CRYSALIS' World Tour to Manila This May". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved May 1, 2026.
- ↑ Wang, Steffanee (May 11, 2021). "Meet Jenevieve, R&B's Dreamy & Mysterious New Phenom". Nylon. Retrieved May 1, 2026.