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Keith Eric James[1] (born February 4, 1987), formerly of the stage name Marcus Fench, is an American record producer, singer, songwriter and rapper from Chicago, Illinois. He is a frequent collaborator of fellow Chicago singer Jeremih and has worked with various artists such as 50 Cent,[2] Ne-Yo, Nicki Minaj and Wale.
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Keith Eric James |
| Born | February 4, 1987 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Genres | Hip-Hop |
| Occupation(s) | Rapper, record producer |
| Years active | 2008–present |
James began performing with his church choir at the age of nine, singing and playing piano and saxophone. James began to write music nightly shortly thereafter. In 2008, James co-wrote the platinum hit "Birthday Sex"[3] with recording artist and childhood friend Jeremih. The track was produced by Mick Shultz. The song peaked at number four on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop. The trio collaborated on the follow-up single "Imma Star", which reached RIAA Certified Gold Status.
In 2015, James released his debut solo project From The Grey EP,[4] lead with single release "Not My Day" and the remix,[5] with a guest verse from singer Cee-Lo Green.
Discography edit
- Jeremih - Jeremih (2009)
- Jeremih - All About You (2010)
- Nicki Minaj - The Pinkprint (2014)
- Jeremih - Late Nights Mixtape (2012) - executive producer
- Wale - "That Way" feat. Rick Ross & Jeremih
- Jeremih - "You're Mine"
- Diggy Simmons – "88" feat. Jadakiss
- Kevin Gates - "Stop Lyin'"
- Rotimi - "See You Later"
- DJ Drama - "My Moment" feat. 2 Chainz, Meek Mill & Jeremih
- French Montana - "Ballin Out" feat. Diddy & Jeremih
References edit
- ^ "Keith Eric James - BMI". Repertoire.bmi.com. Retrieved 16 January 2021.
- ^ "2012 ASCAP Awards - Winners". Ascap.com. Retrieved 16 January 2021.
- ^ "Award Winning R&B Songs". Ascap.com. Archived from the original on 11 August 2010. Retrieved 16 January 2021.
- ^ Schultz, Lynn. "New Project: Keith James – From The Grey". Fakeshoredrive.com. Retrieved 16 January 2021.
- ^ "Keith James Taps Cee Lo Green for 'Not My Day' Remix (Premiere)". Billboard.com. Retrieved 16 January 2021.