Jessie Reyez

Jessie Reyez, born Jessica Reyez on June 12, 1991, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, is a Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter of Colombian descent who has become one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary R&B and pop. Raised in the Brampton area of the Greater Toronto Area by her Colombian immigrant parents, Reyez grew up surrounded by Latin music and began playing guitar and writing songs at a young age. Her raw, emotionally honest songwriting style would eventually become her defining artistic trademark.

Reyez’s breakthrough came with her 2017 single “Figures,” a stripped-back, emotionally devastating track about heartbreak that went viral and eventually earned platinum certification. The song’s success led to the release of her EPs “Kiddo” (2017) and “Being Human in Public” (2018), both of which were critically acclaimed and earned her a Juno Award for R&B/Soul Recording of the Year. Her reputation as an exceptional songwriter also attracted major artists, and she earned songwriting credits on Eminem’s “Nice Guy” and “Good Guy” as well as co-writing Calvin Harris and Dua Lipa’s massive hit “One Kiss.”

Her debut studio album “Before Love Came to Kill Us” was released in March 2020 and featured collaborations with Eminem, 6LACK, and Rico Nasty. The album was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Urban Contemporary Album and debuted in the top 15 of the Billboard 200. Her follow-up album “Yessie” arrived in 2022, further cementing her reputation as a fearless and authentic artist who refuses to conform to industry expectations.

Reyez has built her wealth through music sales, songwriting royalties for other artists, touring, and brand partnerships. Her songwriting credits on major hits by other artists provide a significant ongoing revenue stream. Combined with her own successful releases, touring income, and cultural influence, her estimated net worth has grown to $4 million as of 2026.