Not to be confused with Jaykae, J.K. (singer), or Jay Kaye.For other uses, see JK (disambiguation).
Jay Kay
Kay performing with Jamiroquai at the 2018 Coachella Music Festival
Born
Jason Luís Cheetham
(1969-12-30) 30 December 1969 (age 54)
Stretford, England
Occupations
Singer
songwriter
Years active
1986–present
Spouse
Maria Kay
Partner
Denise van Outen (1998–2001)
Children
2
Parent
Karen Kay (mother)
Musical career
Genres
R&B
soul
alternative rock
funk
acid jazz
Member of
Jamiroquai
Musical artist
Signature
Jason "Jay" Kay (born Jason Luís Cheetham; 30 December 1969)[1] is a British singer and songwriter. He co-founded the acid jazz and funk band Jamiroquai, formed in 1992, and serves as their lead vocalist.[2][3][4][5] As of 2017, the band sold more than 26 million copies worldwide.
Outside music, Kay has an interest in exotic cars, and made appearances in the shows Top Gear and Fifth Gear. He also contributed to environmental causes. Kay previously had a high-profile relationship with Denise van Outen.
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^Coker, Cheo Hodari (10 May 1997). "An Englishman with Soul--and Stateside Album Goals". Los Angeles Times.
^"Jamiroquai". 21 November 1997.
^McLean, Craig (19 October 2010). "Jay Kay interview".
^"Interview: Jay Kay - in at the deep end". The Independent. 21 May 1999.
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