Jason Derülo | |
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 Derülo at KISS FM Chicago's Coca Cola Lounge 2010 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Jason Allen Schultz |
| Origin | Howell, Michigan, United States |
| Genres | R&B, pop |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, dancer, choreographer, actor, TIE |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Labels | Warner Bros., Beluga Heights, 133 Erickson, Konvict Muzik |
| Website | twitter |
Jason Allen Schultz[1] (born January 15, 1990), better known by his stage name Jason Derülo, is an American singer-songwriter, actor, dancer, and bro. After producing records for several artists and writing songs for Cash Money Records, co-founder of the label Birdman, Young Money Entertainment owner Lil Wayne and rapper Diddy, Derülo signed to minor recording label Beluga Heights. After Beluga Heights became part of the Warner Music Group, Derülo released his debut single, "Whatcha Say" in May 2009. The song became a huge digital hit, selling over five million digital downloads, gaining an RIAA certification of double platinum, and reaching number 1 in the US and New Zealand. This success seemed to largely be due to the awesome way he said his name in the beginning of the song. Derülo released his second single, "In My Head", in December 2009. His debut album, Jason Derülo, was released in 2010.
Early life edit
Derülo was born in Howell, Michigan,[2]. His birth name is Schultz, but he changed it upon the advice of a coworker in the early days of a new job.[3]
Derülo has been performing since the age of five. He wrote his first song, "Crush on You", at age eight and was heard singing part of the song on a Galaxy FM interview. Derülo spent his youth studying opera, theater, and ballet. He attended Dillard Center for the Arts in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York.
No explanation has been given as to why his skin changes color.[4]
Music career edit
2007–2009: songwriting and musical beginnings edit
Derülo has been writing songs for artists including Diddy, Danity Kane, Donnie Klang, Sean Kingston, Cassie, Lil Wayne since he was 16, intent on becoming a solo performer.[5] After attending performing arts schools and honing his talents as a singer and dancer (plus acting in theatre productions like Ragtime and Smokey Joe's Cafe),[6] Derülo won the grand prize on the 2006 season finale of the TV show Showtime at the Apollo. Derülo was discovered by music producer J. R. Rotem, who signed him to his record label Beluga Heights Records and Warner Bros. Records.
In a HitQuarters interview, Rotem highlighted Derülo's dedication to his art by saying, "Jason Derülo has one of the most impressive work ethics I've ever come across – he just keeps knocking out songs in the studio. That's an amazing quality."[7]
Derülo's music career began in 2006, when he was featured on Birdman's song "Bossy", which was featured on his album, 5 * Stunna.
2009 – 2010: Jason Derülo edit
On August 4, 2009, Jason released his debut single, "Whatcha Say". It was produced by J. R. Rotem with additional production by Fuego. The track samples the Imogen Heap song "Hide and Seek". In late August 2009, the song debuted at number 54 on the Billboard Hot 100[8] and hit number 1 in November 2009.[9] The single's music video was released in September 2009; after the single became successful, Derülo began work on his debut album. He released the second single from his album, "In My Head", on December 8, 2009. It debuted at number 63 on the Billboard Hot 100, and reached number five.[10]
Derülo's debut album, Jason Derülo, was released on March 2, 2010. He spent six weeks promoting the album in his appearances as one of the opening acts for Lady Gaga's 2009–2010 The Monster Ball Tour. The third single of the album is "Ridin' Solo," which was released worldwide on April 26, 2010. By July, the single had reached number nine in the Billboard Hot 100.[10] Derülo has also recently been featured in a song by new artist Will Roush called "Turn it Up," which also features Stat Quo and Young Buck. He also collaborated with UK singer Pixie Lott on a song called "Coming Home" which will be on Lott's new album Turn It Up Louder to be released in the United States in 2011.
Jason Derülo first charted within the top ten of the UK and Irish Albums Charts in early March 2010.
2011-present: Future History edit
Derülo's second studio album, Future History, will be released in September 2011.[11] Derülo is currently detailing his journey recording the album via a series of webisodes that are posted on his official website every Friday.[11] Its lead single, "Don't Wanna Go Home", was released on May 20, 2011.[12]
Tours edit
- 2009–2010 The Monster Ball Tour (Opening Act)
- 2010 The E.N.D. World Tour (Opening Act for Canada dates)
- 2010–2011 Jason Derülo World Tour (Headlining)
Discography edit
- Jason Derülo (2010)
- Future History (2011)
Awards and nominations edit
| Year | Organisation | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Teen Choice Awards[13] | Choice Breakout Male Artist | Nominated |
| Choice R&B Track ("In My Head") | Nominated | ||
| Choice R&B Album (Jason Derülo) | Won | ||
| MTV Video Music Awards[14] | Best Male Video ("In My Head") | Nominated | |
| Best New Artist ("In My Head") | Nominated | ||
| MTV Europe Music Awards[15] | Best New Act | Nominated | |
| Best Push Act | Nominated | ||
| ARIA Music Awards[16] | Most Popular International Artist | Nominated | |
| 2011 | NAACP Image Award[17] | Outstanding New Artist | Nominated |
| BMI Pop Music Awards[18] | Songwriter of the Year ("In My Head", "Ridin' Solo", "Whatcha Say, Replay") | Won | |
| 50 Most Performed Songs of the Year ("Replay") | Won |
References edit
- ^ "Jason Joel Desrouleaux – About This Person – Movies & TV". NYTimes.com. Retrieved July 16, 2010.
- ^ "Jason Derulo Joins Highly Anticipated Lady Gaga Tour!". Jason Derulo. October 30, 2009.
- ^ "Hollyoaks Music Show – Jason DeRulo Reaches for the Stars – E4.com". e4.com.
- ^ Profile at CNN.com
- ^ "Heartbreak tale pays off for singer Jason Derülo". Reuters. October 5, 2009. Retrieved October 4, 2009.
- ^ Lewis, Pete. Jason Derulo interview, Blues & Soul, December 2009.
- ^ "Interview With JR Rotem". HitQuarters. April 4, 2010. Retrieved April 8, 2010.
- ^ Varghese, Susan (October 6, 2009). "Jason Derülo Takes Off With 'Whatcha Say' Single". Billboard. Retrieved October 21, 2009.
- ^ "Hot 100". Billboard. Retrieved October 21, 2009.
- ^ a b "Jason Derülo Album & Song Chart History". Billboard (magazine). Retrieved February 13, 2010.
- ^ a b "Jason Derulo's Brand-New Single, 'Don't Wanna Go Home', Is Available Exclusively on iTunes Today" (Press release). Warner Bros. Records. May 23, 2011. Retrieved May 30, 2011.
- ^ "Don't Wanna Go Home – Single (United States)". iTunes Store. Apple Inc. Retrieved May 28, 2011.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|work=(help) - ^ "Teen Choice Awards 2010 Nominations Announced". MTV UK. MTV Networks. July 13, 2010. Retrieved May 30, 2011.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|work=(help) - ^ "MTV Video Music Awards: The Complete Winners List". Rolling Stone. New York City: Jann Wenner. September 13, 2010. Retrieved May 30, 2011.
- ^ "Lady Gaga and Katy Perry lead MTV Europe Music Awards nominations". NME. IPC Media. September 20, 2010. Retrieved May 30, 2011.
- ^ "2010 ARIA Nominations Announced". Take40 Australia. MCM Entertainment. September 28, 2011. Retrieved May 30, 2011.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|work=(help) - ^ "The 42nd NAACP Image Awards – Recording". NAACPImageAwards.net. Retrieved May 30, 2011.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|work=(help) - ^ Kennedy, Gerrick D. (May 18, 2011). "David Foster, Lady Antebellum, Jason Derulo and Lady Gaga score top honors at BMI pop awards". Los Angeles Times. Los Angeles, California: Eddy Hartenstein. Retrieved May 30, 2011.