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Jyshoun Derick Underwood
Background information
Born (1979-08-20) August 20, 1979 (age 45)
Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
GenresR&B
Occupation(s)Singer-Songwriter, Producer
Years active2004 - present
Websitejyshounsings.com

Jyshoun Sings

Jyshoun Derick Underwood, professionally known as Jyshoun Sings.[1], is an American R&B singer-songwriter, and producer.

He started his career as one-fourth of R&B group Metro City, performing under the name Jyshoun Mcneil. His first notable success was as a featured lead vocalist with Keyshia Cole on the track "Superstar," on her debut album, "The Way It Is"[2]. The album received platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) [3] and earned two nominations at the 2006 Soul Train Music Awards [4].

Initially signed to former New England Patriots linebacker Willie Mcginest's 55 Entertainment[5], Metro City was then signed to A&M Records by its president Ron Fair, and Jyshoun wrote the song, "All We Need Is Love”. The song became part of the 2004 movie soundtrack[6] for Hair Show, starring Mo'Nique and Kellita Smith.

On June 16, 2023, Jyshoun sang the national anthem[7] at Fenway Park[8] for the Boston Red Sox vs New York Yankees[9] game, following in the footsteps of music icon Whitney Houston, who also famously sang on that pitch. On December 27, 2023, Jyshoun performed his latest single[10], a remix of South African singer Tyla's hit single Water at Boston's JAM'N 94.5 FM[11]. He performed live and recorded a second remix with DJ and host, Karim Karamali[12], aka djpupdawg[13].

Early Life and Background

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Born and raised in Roxbury, the "heart of Black culture in Boston”, as the youngest among his father's seven children and the only child of his mother. Jyshoun's musical journey was deeply influenced by his grandfather who imparted valuable advice to master both background and lead vocals — a practice that would later shape his signature self-backing recording style[14].

Discography

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Jyshoun has released three albums, an EP, and several singles as an independent artist.

Studio Albums

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  • R&B (2024)
  • FukIt (2023)
  • Illusion II (2023)
  • Illusion I (2022)

Singles

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  • Judo
  • Come Bless Me
  • Can We Get Back
  • GDP
  • Love Overdose

Entrepreneurial Ventures

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In addition to his musical pursuits, Jyshoun is the co-owner of The 20 Music[15], [16], a platform contributing to the development of emerging artists, established by long-time friend Ernest Taylor Jr. also known as Big CEO Red. Furthermore, he serves as a model and representative for AFAM - African American Clothing Brand[17]

References

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  1. ^ "Jyshoun Sings Official Website". Jyshoun Sings. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  2. ^ "Superstar (feat. Jyshoun of Metro City)". Music. Retrieved January 24, 2024.
  3. ^ "RIAA". RIAA Gold & Platinum. The Recording Industry Association of America®. Retrieved 4 August 2024.
  4. ^ "The 20th Annual Soul Train Music Awards". IMDb. IMDb.com, Inc. Retrieved 4 August 2024.
  5. ^ NFLPlayer.com. "A Championship Season For McGinest". New England Patriots. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  6. ^ "Hair Show Soundtracks". IMDb. Retrieved January 15, 2024.
  7. ^ "Jyshoun Singing the national anthem in boston ma at the Redsox vrs Yankees game". YouTube. July 1, 2023. Retrieved January 15, 2024.
  8. ^ "Home to the Red Sox". Fenway Park. Samuels & Associates. Retrieved 4 August 2024.
  9. ^ "Yankees.com". Official New York Yankees Website. © 2024 MLB Advanced Media. Retrieved 4 August 2024.
  10. ^ "Jyshoun Water (Remix) #Tyla". YouTube. December 22, 2023. Retrieved January 15, 2024.
  11. ^ "JAM'N 94.5". iheart Radio. Retrieved January 15, 2024.
  12. ^ "Jyshoun & Dj Pup Dawg In-studio performance #tyla #waterremix". YouTube. January 6, 2024. Retrieved January 15, 2024.
  13. ^ "DJ Pup Dawg". DJ Pup Dawg. Retrieved January 24, 2024.
  14. ^ "Jyshoun Sings Biography". Jyshoun Sings. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  15. ^ "Production Beats". The 20 Music. Retrieved January 15, 2024.
  16. ^ "The 20 Music". The 20 Music. Retrieved August 4, 2024.
  17. ^ "AFAM Brand Established 2019". AFAM. Retrieved January 15, 2024.
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