Jesse Powell Biography – Jesse Powell Wiki
Jesse Powell was an American R&B/soul songwriter-singer. He was discovered by Louil Silas Jr., He was best known for his hit “You” which peaked at No. 2 in R&B and No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100. Powell released four albums and was the older brother of fellow contemporary R&B singers Trina & Tamara. He was credited with a four-octave vocal range. He was a Grammy nominee.
The family performed in local talent shows, and in 1993, he attracted the attention of producer Carl Roland in Kansas City. After an artist showcase, Louil Silas signed him to his Silas Records imprint. Three years later, he completed work on his debut album. His first single “All I Need” was written by Powell, Sam Salter, and Laney Stewart and was released in March 1996. It received moderate airplay on BET and Urban stations, peaking at No. 32 on the Billboard R&B chart. His self-titled album was released on March 12, 1996, opening at No. 35 on the Billboard R&B and No. 32 on the Heatseekers charts. A second single, a remake of the classic “Gloria” followed later that year and garnered Powell another charting single (No. 51 R&B).
He then started work on his second album, debuting the lead single “I Wasn’t With It” in 1998 which became his first single to chart on the Billboard Hot 100 (No. 85 US, No. 25 R&B). Bolstered by the success of the single, his sophomore album ‘Bout It was released on September 8, 1998, opening at No. 1 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart (for artists who have yet to crack the Top 100 on the Billboard 200). The album experienced moderate sales at first, until the release of the set’s second single. “You” was originally included in Powell’s self-titled debut. However, it proved to be a favorite and was included on his ‘Bout It’ album and released as the second single in February 1999. It became his biggest (and signature) hit, peaking at No. 2 on the Billboard R&B chart and No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 (marking his first Top 10 hit). Sales of his second album gained steadily, and it was eventually certified gold by the RIAA, peaking at No. 15 on R&B and No. 63 on the Billboard 200 (moving him out of the Heatseekers chart as an artist). A third single “‘Bout It, ‘Bout It” followed later that year, in addition to work on his third album.
Following Silas, Records merge into MCA Records, his first release on the label was the single “If I” in 2000, which peaked at No. 58 on the R&B chart. His third studio album JP was released on March 27, 2001, opening at No. 18 in R&B and No. 71 on Billboard 200. A second single, “Something in the Past” (No. 67 R&B) followed, in addition to him doing some promotion for the release. In 2002, he left the label and signed with Riviera Records. His fourth studio album Jesse was released on October 14, 2003, and was supported by the singles “By the Way” (No. 99 R&B) and “Touching It Tonight,” peaking at No. 85 on the Billboard R&B chart. The album served as his last release before his retirement from the music industry. Jesse marked his final album. Since that time, he has kept a relatively low profile from the public eye.
Jesse Powell Age
He was born on September 12, 1971, in Gary, Indiana, United States, and died on September 13, 2022. Powell died at age 51 in his Los Angeles home. His death came just a day after his 51st birthday.
Jesse Powell Family
He was the son of Emerald Williams. He was born in Gary, Indiana, and was brought up with his siblings Trina, Tamara, and Jacob. The family performed in local talent shows, and in 1993, he attracted the attention of producer Carl Roland in Kansas City. Following an artist showcase, Louil Silas signed him to his Silas Records imprint.
Jesse Powell Death
On September 13, 2022, Powell died at age 51 in his Los Angeles home. The news was made public by his family. His sister Tamara Powell, who is also a singer, shared the statement in an Instagram post. She wrote,
“It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, and uncle Jesse Powell. He passed away peacefully in his Los Angeles home. The family asks for privacy at this time as we mourn the tremendous loss and celebrate his everlasting legacy. Jesse loved music and he especially loved his fans who supported him throughout his career. We want you all to know that you meant the world to him.”
His friends, colleagues, and many of his fans took to social media to express their grief and condoled his family after they shared the news.
Jesse Powell Cause of Death
On September 13, 2022, Powell died at age 51 in his Los Angeles home. His cause of death has not been revealed.
