Micheal Collins Ajereh popularly known as Don Jazzy was born on 26th November, 1982. He is a Nigerian record producer, he is the founder and the CEO of Mavin Records. He is the co-owner of the now-defunct Mo’ Hits Records record label with D’Banj. We will be writing about Don Jazzy’s biography, cars, net worth, and houses.
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Biography
Don Jazzy was born in Umuahia, Abia State on November 26, 1982 to Mr. Collins Enebeli Ajereh and Mrs. Ajereh. His father is from Isoko in Delta State, while his mother is an Igbo princess from Abia State.
His family relocated to Ajegunle, Lagos, where Don Jazzy was raised. He had his primary and secondary school education at Co-educational high school and Federal Government College Lagos respectively. At 12, he began to play bass guitar and piano, this was brought about by his interest in music since his early age. Don Jazzy studied Business Management at Ambrose Ali University, Ekpoma, Edo State.
Don Jazzy had the opportunity to travel to London in 2000 when his uncle invited him to play drums for a local church over there. Subsequently, he was employed at McDonald’s as a security guard. This didn’t deter him from pursuing his music career.
Career
Fast forward to 2004, Don Jazzy collaborated with D’Banj to form Mo’ Hits Records. Two years later, they produced the albums No Long Thing and Rundown/Funk You Up. In 2008, Don Jazzy was credited with the production of The Entertainer by D’Banj. He also contributed to the production of Wande Coal’s Mushin 2 MoHits, an album that was described as one of the best albums to ever come out of Nigeria.
Don Jazzy was employed by Kanye West as a producer of Very Good Beatz. He worked with Jay-Z and Kanye West on the production of Lift Off, featuring Beyonce on the album Watch The Throne which was released on 8 August 2011.
Things took a U-turn in March 2012 when Don Jazzy and D’Banj confirmed their breakup citing artistic differences.
Mavin Records
Two months after the breakup, Don Jazzy announced a new record label, Marvin Records. In his words, he said, “I see Mavin Records being the powerhouse of music in Africa in the shortest possible time”. On May 8, 2012, the new record label released an album featuring artists signed to the label. The songs on the album included: “Amarachi”, “Forever”, “Oma Ga”, “Take Banana and Chocolate”, “YOLO” and the anthem “I’m a MAVIN”. Mavin Records signed the vocalist, Tiwa Savage. Don Jazzy built a social network platform called “Marvin League” to complement and market his label.
On 7 November 2013, Wande Coal left the record label after they had a conflict two days back.
An argument ensued between Olamide and Don Jazzy at the 2015 Headies Award. The two disagreed about who should have won the “Next Rated” award. Lil Kesh of YBNL Records lost to Reekado Banks, Ajereh’s artist. The winner of the award received a car. Apologies on both sides were posted afterward.
He signed Rema in 2019, and in 2020 he signed Ayra Starr into Mavins Record Label. The Label also announced a new artist, Magixx.
Movie appearance
Don Jazzy has appeared in Moses Inwang’s movie The Last 3 Digits in Nollywood. Other stars in the movie include Ali Baba, A.Y., Nonso Diobi, and Dr. SID.
Awards
Don Jazzy has won numerous awards for his immense contribution to the music industry. Some of the awards include:
- Nigerian Music Awards (2006) – Producer of the Year.
- Nigerian Entertainment Awards (2007) – Music Producer of the Year.
- The Headies 2011 – Producer of the Year for Over The Moon, Mr. Endowed, and Pop Something
- The Headies 2014 – Producer of the Year for Dorobucci
- City People Entertainment Award (2015) – special recognition award.
- The Beatz Award TM (2019) – New Discovery Producer
Albums
- D’banj – No Long Thing (2005)
- D’banj – RunDown Funk U Up (2006)
- D’banj – The Entertainer (2008)
- Mo’ Hits All Stars – Curriculum Vitae (2007)
- Wande Coal – Mushin2Mohits (2008)
- Dr. SID Turning Point (2010)
- MAVINS – Solar Plexus “MAVIN Records” (2012)
Personal life
Don Jazzy’s marital raise so many concerns online as people were wondering if he is still single, however, he came out to clear the air about his marital life. He made it known that he got married to Michelle Jackson in 2003 but the marriage didn’t last long as they divorced two years later. He cited issues bothering his ambitious nature and his love for music led to the divorce.
Don Jazzy has a younger brother, D’Prince.
Don Jazzy’s cars
Don Jazzy is one of the most successful artists in the country, he owns a range of luxury cars which include a Mercedes Benz G-Wagon, Cadillac Escalade, Bentley Flying Spur, Range Rover Sport, Porsche 911 Carrera, Lexus LX 570, Toyota Prado among other luxury cars in his garage.
Mercedes Benz G-Wagon
Mercedes Benz G-Wagon is one of the luxury SUVs driven by rich celebrities all over the globe. The luxury SUV features a boxy exterior, a luxury interior, and a V8 engine which provides the required power and torque to push the luxury car forward. Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon is not just built for luxury, it’s built to go off-road as well. Don Jazzy is one of the proud owners of a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon in Nigeria.
Cadillac Escalade SUV
Cadillac Escalade SUV is a full-size SUV that is best for chauffeur driving. The luxury SUV features a sunroof, leather seats, quad bucket seats, a power liftgate, a third-row option, heated seats, and a reverse camera.
Bentley Flying Spur
Bentley Flying Spur is the company’s flagship sedan after the discontinuation of the Bentley Mulsanne in 2020. The flagship sedan features a luxury exterior design that includes matrix headlamps, an updated front grille, 360 degrees camera, alloy wheels, and a four-wheel steering design.
The luxury cabin features a premium seat, 360 degrees camera, touch screen remote controller, and improved air circulation in the interior among other luxury features.
Range Rover Sport
Range Rover Sport is among the luxury cars that can be found in Don Jazzy’s garage. The British luxury SUV features a luxury exterior, leather interior, heads-up display, reverse camera, touchscreen display, etc.
Lexus LX 570
The Lexus LX 570 is a full-sized SUV used by most Nigerian Governors and other important dignitaries. The SUV is the company’s flagship until 2022 when it was redesigned from the ground up, the model name was also changed to LX 600. The Luxury SUV features improved suspension, a luxury interior with seat configuration for 4, 5, and 7, a touchscreen display, and alloy wheels among other luxury features.
The price of Don Jazzy’s Lexus LX 570 is estimated at 50,000,000 Naira.
Toyota Prado
Toyota Prado is a variant of the Toyota Land Cruiser. It’s driven by men who got class. Two variants of the luxury SUV make their way to the country, the V4, and V6. The V6 comes with a higher price, improved performance, improved efficiency, and improved luxury in the cabin. Don Jazzy is a “Senior Man” got one for “senior moves”.
Porsche 911 Carrera
At the mention of the name Porsche, your mind will whisper to you that the topic is going to be about luxury and class. The Porsche Carrera 911 is one most luxurious cars in the world. The design is cool coupled with the luxury cabin. Don Jazzy’s Porsche Carrera is worth about 50,000,000 Naira
Don Jazzy’s net worth
Don Jazzy’s net worth is estimated at $50 million.
Don Jazzy’s houses
Don Jazzy owns properties in Lagos and so many other parts of the country.
Facts about Don Jazzy at first glance
| Full name | Michael Collins Ajereh |
| Date of birth | 26 November 1982 |
| State of origin | Delta State |
| Occupation | Record producer |
| Spouse/ wife | Michelle Jackson (divorced) |
| Cars | Range Rover Sport |
| Lexus LX 570 | |
| Toyota Prado | |
| Porsche Carrera | |
| Bentley Flying Spur | |
| Cadillac Escalade | |
| Net worth | 50,000,000 Dollars |
