Miguel

Miguel Jontel Pimentel, known professionally as Miguel, is an American R&B singer and songwriter who has been one of the most critically acclaimed voices in contemporary R&B since his emergence in the early 2010s. Born on October 23, 1985, in San Pedro, California, Miguel grew up in a multicultural household with a Mexican-American father and an African-American mother. He began writing music as a teenager and signed his first record deal at age 18, though it would take several years before he achieved mainstream recognition.

Miguel’s breakthrough came with his second studio album “Kaleidoscope Dream” in 2012, which featured the Grammy-winning hit “Adorn.” The song topped the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and earned him widespread critical praise, with many comparing his artistry to Prince. His subsequent albums “Wildheart” (2015) and “War & Leisure” (2017) further solidified his reputation as one of the most innovative and genre-bending artists in modern R&B, blending soul, rock, funk, electronic, and psychedelic elements into a distinctive sound.

Throughout his career, Miguel has earned multiple Grammy Awards and nominations, and has been recognized for his exceptional songwriting abilities. He has written songs for other artists and contributed to major film soundtracks, including the hit “Remember Me” from Pixar’s “Coco” (2017), which won the Academy Award for Best Original Song. His live performances are known for their energy and vocal prowess, and he has headlined tours worldwide.

As of 2026, Miguel’s net worth is estimated at $12 million. While he has maintained a more artistically driven career path rather than chasing commercial maximization, his consistent output of critically acclaimed music, touring revenue, songwriting royalties, and brand collaborations have built a solid financial foundation. He remains one of the most respected and influential figures in contemporary R&B music.