Jorja Smith

Jorja Smith, born on June 11, 1997, in Walsall, West Midlands, England, is a critically acclaimed British singer and songwriter known for her distinctive voice and genre-blending approach to R&B, soul, and pop music. The daughter of a Jamaican-born musician father and an English mother, Smith grew up surrounded by music and began writing songs as a teenager. She attended the Aldridge School, which specializes in performing arts, and started uploading her original music online during her school years.

Smith first captured widespread attention in 2016 with her debut single “Blue Lights,” a socially conscious track that addressed racial profiling and police brutality. The song went viral and caught the attention of Drake, who invited her to collaborate on his 2017 project “More Life.” She also featured on Stormzy’s debut album “Gang Signs & Prayer,” further raising her profile. Her debut album “Lost & Found” arrived in 2018 to critical acclaim and commercial success, earning her the BRIT Award for British Female Solo Artist in 2019.

Her second studio album “Falling or Flying” was released in 2023 and showcased her artistic growth with a more diverse range of sounds and themes. The album received strong reviews and performed well commercially, spawning several hit singles. Throughout her career, Smith has been praised for her lyrical depth, vocal ability, and willingness to address social issues through her music.

Smith’s wealth has been built through a combination of album sales, streaming revenue, extensive touring, and brand partnerships. She has collaborated with major fashion brands and appeared in campaigns for labels including Nike and Burberry. Her consistent presence on global streaming charts and her ability to sell out headline tours across Europe and North America have contributed to her estimated net worth of $5 million as of 2026.