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Jekalyn Carr (born April 22, 1997) is a multi Award-winning independent recording artist. Carr is a speaker, entrepreneur, actress, and author.
As a top selling recording artist, Carr has earned eight Billboard #1’s before the age of 21, including singles, “You’re Bigger” and “You Will Win” She was nominated for a Grammy for Best Gospel Album in 2021/22.
Early life Jekalyn Almonique Carr was born on April 22, 1997 to Jennifer Denise Carr and Allen Lindsey Carr in Arkansas. Jekalyn has two siblings: Allen Lindsey Carr Jr. and Allundria Carr.
At 5 years old, Carr began serving in her church’s choir and was noted by her family to have a decent ear for music. Carr taught herself how to sing and became a main chorister in her neighborhood church.
After some time, Carr’s singing ability continued to develop and age 11 she was called to serve in melodies and inspirational words to the general population.
Music career At the age of 15, her speaking shifted to music when her single “Greater Is Coming” debuted on Billboard’s Gospel Music Top Ten.
Carr received her first Stellar Award at the age of 16.
