Jay Mya

Jay Mya (born Jonathan Yerrell, 18 October 1985 in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, England), also known as Jonny Yerrell, is a British singer / songwriter. His genre of music varies from R&B, pop, grime and hip hop. In February 2015 Jay became the frontman of the South Yorkshire band Kid 85.[1] The band had a viral hit in 2015 with their controversial debut track "X78"[2] a track that shows a love/hate relationship to their hometowns of Rotherham, Doncaster & Sheffield. The track has been downloaded and shared across social media sites numerous times. Racking up thousands of views per platform.

Jay Mya
Birth nameJonathan Yerrell
Also known asJonny Yerrell
Born18 October 1985 (1985-10-18) (age 34)
Rotherham, South Yorkshire, England
GenresR&B, dance, pop
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, rapper
InstrumentsVocals
LabelsUniversal Music (2010–2011)
Associated actsTinchy Stryder, Lisa Maffia, Chipmunk, DJ Ironik, Lethal Bizzle, Example
Websitewww.jaymya.com

He charted at number 15 in the UK Indie Charts in August 2011 with his single "Chasing Rainbows"[3] released through his own independent record label Drunken Boy Records.[4]

Discography

Singles
List of singles, with selected chart positions and certifications, showing year released and album name
Year Single Single details Peak chart positions Album
UK Indie Charts
2011 "Chasing Rainbows"
  • Released : 8 August 2011
  • Labels: Drunken Boy Records
  • Formats: digital download, CD
 15[3] -
2014 "Safe at Last" Formats: digital download 20 –
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References
  1. "The Official KID 85 Website!". Kid 85. Archived from the original on 4 May 2016. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  2. "KID 85 – X78 (Music Video)". YouTube. 15 February 2015. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
  3. "Official Independent Singles Chart Top 50 | Official Charts Company". Officialcharts.com. Retrieved 16 May 2020.
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