Who is King George? Singer's age and path to R&B stardom

Who is King George? Singer's age and path to R&B stardom

King George is best known for his soulful voice and electrifying performances. In 2022, he made headlines with the viral track Keep On Rollin, which amassed millions of streams.

Singer King George
Singer King George. Photo: @803kinggeorge (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • The star cites black country singer Ray Charles as one of his musical influences.
  • Some of his hits include Friday Night and It's Over.
  • King George has over 100k followers on Instagram at the time of writing.
  • He keeps details of his personal life under wraps despite his popularity.

King George's profile summary

Full nameKing George
GenderMale
Date of birth13 March 1993
Age32 years old (As of May 2025)
Zodiac signPisces
BirthplaceMississippi, USA
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityAfrican-American
ReligionChristianity
Hair colourBlack
Eye colourDark brown
Sexual orientationStraight
Marital statusMarried (Reportedly)
ProfessionR&B singer, social media personality
Social mediaInstagram

King George's musical roots: How his background ultimately shaped his career

King George was raised in a musically inclined family. His mom is a choir director, while his dad is a gospel singer. He began singing in church choirs at 5 and playing the guitar at 8.

Influenced by BB King and Muddy Waters, King George knew he wanted to be a singer from a young age.

King George's facts
Internet sensation King George. Photo: @803kinggeorge on Instagram (modified by author)
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His party-centric R&B tracks have a touch of old-school flair

The singer's music often incorporates relaxed vibes and feel-good themes. His irresistible melodies have made him influential in the R&B and Southern soul music scenes.

According to LinkedIn, King George launched his musical career in 2015 with the release of his debut single, Boombass.

This was followed by his debut album, Circumstances, eight years later. Below are some of the musicians' greatest hits and the number of YouTube views they have amassed as of 24 May 2025.

  • Keep On Rollin (71 million)
  • Girl You Got It (22 million)
  • Too Long (19 million)
  • Leave & Party (12 million)
  • Love Song (1.6 million)
  • Baby If I (764k)

King George's music-centred YouTube channel boasts over 400 million views

King George is active on social media. With 22 videos, the Friday Night singer commands 521k YouTube subscribers at the time of writing.

King George and Snoop Dogg
YouTuber King George and Snoop Dogg. Photo: @803kinggeorge (modified by author)
Source: Instagram

He also shares musical updates on his Instagram account, which has 134k followers. King George's earliest post on the platform dates back to 14 November 2020.

The It's Over hitmaker is reportedly off the market

King George is allegedly married to a woman named Lexi. In an August 2022 Facebook video, he is seen performing at his wedding.

On 1 November 2023, the singer posted a photo alongside Nelly, Ashanti, and an unidentified female that a fan in the comment section referred to as his wife.

King George's jazzy rhythms have struck a chord with audiences, making him a popular figure in modern music. His career only shows signs of going places thanks to his unique talent and catchy tunes.

READ ALSO: Alexander O'Neal’s biography: How many hits did the singer have?

Briefly published an article about American R&B and soul singer, Alexander O'Neal. He gained prominence in the 1980s and 1990s with hits like Fake and Saturday Love. The musician also appeared on a show called Unsung.

O'Neal's smooth and soulful voice and memorable hits have ensured his enduring influence on the genre. However, his life has not all been rosy. He has faced personal and professional challenges throughout his career, including issues with substance abuse.

Source: Briefly News

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