jev. Quit His Job for Music—Now He’s Taking Over | 'The Sit Down' Ep. 51
Hosted by: Alex Henein | Video: Keemya Parsa | Location: Carlawft Studios
jev. – Artist. Storyteller. Visionary.
From performing at talent shows to opening for Lil Tjay in an arena, jev. has always been destined for the stage. Born in the Democratic Republic of Congo and raised across South Africa and Canada, his diverse upbringing shapes his sound—blending raw emotion with cinematic storytelling.
At 12 years old, jev. started producing his own music. By 9, he was already performing, realizing music was more than just a passion—it was his purpose. After years of refining his craft, balancing school, and navigating setbacks, he made the ultimate decision: quit his job and go all in on music.
His latest project, When Angels Cry, is a 13-track journey through pain, redemption, and self-discovery, proving that music isn’t just what jev. does—it’s who he is. But he’s not stopping there. With ambitions to break into film and TV, jev. is building an artistic empire that extends far beyond music.
With a dedicated fanbase, a sharp understanding of social media, and a fearless approach to creativity, jev. isn’t just making music—he’s creating a movement.
