Victoria Monét
Singer-Songwriter and Music Producer
Born
May 1st, 1989
36 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Started career as a songwriter for artists like Ariana Grande and established recognition as a solo artist. Released debut album 'Jaguar' in 2020, showcasing a blend of R&B and pop. Gained attention for her vocal talent and stage presence, contributing to genre evolution. Continued to collaborate with prominent musicians, enhancing her reputation in the music industry.
Wrote songs for Ariana Grande including 'The Way'
Released the album 'Jaguar'
Produced music for various artists
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