Jenevieve
Musical artist
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Jenevieve Johnson (born January 30, 1998), known mononymously as Jenevieve, is an American singer and songwriter known for her genre-blending sound that fuses elements of R&B, pop, soul, and disco. She rose to prominence with her breakout single "Baby Powder" in 2020 and has since released two critically acclaimed albums, Division (2021) and Crysalis (2025).[1][2]
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| Born | Jenevieve Johnson January 30, 1998 |
| Origin | Los Angeles, California |
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| Years active | 2020–present |
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Early life
Jenevieve was born in Miami, Florida, and is of Cuban and Bahamian descent.[3][4][1][5][6] She was raised in a family with a strong background in dance—both her mother and grandmother were ballet dancers.[3] At the age of 13, she expressed her desire to pursue music professionally, prompting her mother to take her to a recording studio. After recording a demo, she caught the attention of an engineer at Interscope Records, which helped launch her career.[3][1][4]
Career
2020–2021: Breakthrough and Division
Jenevieve made her official debut in February 2020 with the single "Medallion," followed by the viral hit "Baby Powder" in March.[1] The latter garnered millions of streams and landed on major playlists, establishing her as a rising star in the R&B scene. These tracks were later included in her debut album, Division, released in 2021.[1][2]
2025: Crysalis
In 2025, Jenevieve released her sophomore album, Crysalis, marking a new chapter in her artistic journey. The 14-track album, produced in collaboration with Elijah Gabor, explores themes of self-discovery, resilience, and creative freedom. The project was accompanied by a visual for the single "Hvn High" and a private release event in Los Angeles.[7][5][8]
Reception
Mic Drop Music described her music as "smooth, silky vocals layered over nostalgic old-school grooves" and added, "Her artistry reawakens the passion for R&B’s golden era while staying grounded in the now."[5] New Wave Magazine said "sound is a distinct pop-ish R&B, which is playful and cute."[9] Reviewing her 'Waiting Room' single, Clash Music said, "This time Jenevieve's sound has a more pronounced programmed RnB sheen; her interior, intimate notes and breezy delivery interplaying organically with Ward's fluid style.[10] The Bangkok Post described her as "one of the most compelling new voices in contemporary R&B."[11] Rolling Stone described her Division album as "one of the year’s breeziest R&B albums, full of strutting bass lines and sly, affecting hooks."[12]