Jamal Rashaad French (born June 18, 1988), known professionally as J French, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter from Oklahoma. He released his first single, I Feel Like I'm On Dope, in September 2014.[1] He is best known for his album JAGG (Just Another Gift From God) released in 2020.[2][3]
J French | |
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| Birth name | Jamal Rashaad French |
| Born | June 18, 1988 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, U.S. |
| Origin | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma |
| Genres | Hip hop |
| Occupation(s) |
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| Instrument(s) | Vocals |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Labels | IVL Ent/Ropeadope |
| Website | jfrenchforever |
Career edit
Jamal French was born in Oklahoma City. He released his first album "Jaguar Jesus" in 2016.[4] That same year he released singles "Medicine Ball" and "Dallas". In June 2018, J French received national attention for his single "God Given".[5] "God Given" was also on J French's 2nd studio album "OGB" released earlier that year.[6][7] In November 2018, J French gained local attention for his 3rd studio album "OGB 1.5".[8] In 2019 gained local attention fore the release of the short film ONE POINT 5IVE.[9] Later in 2019, J French released the single "Cut You Off" featuring notable Dallas rap artist Yella Beezy.[10] J French's latest album "JAGG (Just Another Gift From God)" was released in August 2020.[11]
Discography edit
Albums and EPs edit
| Title | Details |
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| Jaguar Jesus |
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| OGB |
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| OGB 1.5 |
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| JAGG (Just Another Gift From God) |
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Singles edit
| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| "Feel Like I'm On Dope feat. Q French & D Money" | 2014 | Non-album single |
| "Medicine Ball feat. Huckwheat" | 2016 | |
| "Dallas" | Jaguar Jesus | |
| "Late Nights" | 2017 | Non-album single |
| "Drive (El Diablo & Bionik Remix)" | 2018 | |
| "Dallas Remix Feat. Flower Child & the Beatitdudes" | ||
| "A Song For Kanye" | ||
| "Letter to H.E.R." | ||
| "Cut You Off feat. Yella Beezy" | 2019 | JAGG (Just Another Gift From God) |
References edit
- ^ "Feel Like I'm On Dope feat. Q French & D Money". Itunes.apple.com. September 9, 2014. Retrieved December 27, 2020.
- ^ McDonnel, Brandy (August 7, 2020). "Interview and video: OKC rapper J French uses his musical gifts on new album 'JAGG'". The Oklahoman. Retrieved December 27, 2020.
- ^ Hasse, Javier (September 3, 2020). "J French, Kanye's Cousin, Released A New Album And It's An Ode To Cannabis". Benzinga. Retrieved December 27, 2020.
- ^ "Jaguar Jesus by J French". Itunes.apple.com. December 19, 2016. Retrieved December 27, 2020.
- ^ Saponara, Michael (June 16, 2018). "J French Pays Homage to Tupac Shakur in New 'God Given' Lyric Video: Premiere". Billboard. Retrieved December 27, 2020.
- ^ Luschen, Ben (February 22, 2018). "OKC rapper J French uses his new album OGB as a lesson in hip-hop craftsmanship". Oklahoma Gazette. Retrieved December 27, 2020.
- ^ English, Mitch (January 15, 2018). "J French New Album". KOKH FOX 25. Retrieved December 27, 2020.
- ^ Lamb, Karas (November 12, 2018). "Mixtape Monday: Cookin Soul, Ghost McGrady, J. French, MoRuf + More". OkayPlayer. Retrieved December 27, 2020.
- ^ Ivey, Justin (May 28, 2019). "#DXCLUSIVE: J FRENCH PREMIERES "ONE POINT 5IVE" SHORT FILM". HipHopDX. Retrieved December 27, 2020.
- ^ Worsham, Malcolm (June 9, 2019). "J French Taps Yella Beezy For New "Cut You Off" Single". RESPECT Magazine. Retrieved December 27, 2020.
- ^ "JAGG (Just Another Gift From God) by J French". Itunes.apple.com. August 21, 2020. Retrieved December 27, 2020.