What is Montell Jordan’s Net Worth?
Montell Jordan, the American rapper, songwriter, and producer, has a net worth of $500,000, according to reports.
He rose to fame with his 1995 single, “This Is How We Do It,” and worked extensively with Def Jam Records, becoming the primary male solo artist on the label’s Def Soul imprint.
However, Jordan decided to leave the music industry in 2010 to focus on his activities as a born-again Christian. He is currently the worship leader at World Victory Church in Georgia.
Financial Issues Plague Montell Jordan
Montell Jordan has faced financial difficulties, with the IRS seeking $627,000 in back taxes allegedly unpaid between 1999 and 2001. The IRS previously filed a lien against Jordan in 2004 for the unpaid sum, but he did not pay it. Reports suggested that he may have to return to the music industry to pay off his debts, despite having retired from music to focus on his spirituality.
Early Life and Education
Montell Du’Sean Barnett was born on December 3rd, 1968 in Los Angeles, California. He was raised by two deacons in a Baptist family in South Central and grew up playing piano at his local church. After attending high school in Gardena, he went on to study communications at Pepperdine University in Malibu. Montell was a member of a fraternity during his college years and eventually earned a bachelor’s degree in 1991.
Montell Jordan’s Music Career
Montell Jordan started his career at Williams Television Time, where he helped create various infomercials, but he was still intent on pursuing a career as a musician. He distributed his mixtape, met with Russell Simmons, and signed a contract with Def Jam in 1995, becoming the second R&B artist to sign with the label. His debut single, “This Is How We Do It,” reached the number-one spot on the charts and remained there for seven consecutive weeks. His debut album sold over a million copies and achieved platinum status.
Jordan followed up with tracks like “Somethin’ 4 da Honeyz,” “Let’s Ride,” and “I Like,” but none were as successful as “This Is How We Do It.” He also wrote and produced tracks for other artists, including Christina Milian, 98 Degrees, and Shae Jones. Jordan left Def Soul in 2003 due to artistic differences and signed with Koch Records. He released the album “Life After Def,” but this marked the beginning of the end for his music career. He released only one more track, “Let It Rain,” in 2008.
Despite this, Jordan continued to make sporadic live appearances and perform at halftime shows. He also appeared on “The Late Late Show with James Corden,” performing “This Is How We Do It” once again. In 2019, he announced that he was returning with another R&B album, “The Masterpiece.”
Montell Jordan’s Transition from Music to Ministry
After leaving the music industry, Montell Jordan became a minister and joined a church team called Victory World Music. He received a message from God while fasting at the Victory World Church in 2010, which led him to quit the music industry altogether and dedicate his life entirely to his faith.
Despite this decision, Victory World Music released their own album which featured a song called “Shake Heaven” with Beckah Shae, leading to conflicts with Montell’s new path.
Montell Jordan’s Image Struggle in the Music Industry
Montell Jordan was married to Kristin Hudson even before he entered the music industry. However, Def Jam Records marketed him as a sex symbol and wanted to maintain his single status for this image. The record label even encouraged him to say that he was “married to the music” whenever asked about his relationship status. This caused Jordan to eventually split from Def Jam Records as he wanted to pursue a more mature public persona and leave this image behind.
Montell Jordan Offers Marriage Bundle to Strengthen Relationships
R&B singer Montell Jordan and his wife are now offering a “marriage bundle” to help couples build a stronger and more connected love. The bundle includes DVDs, books, and workbooks that make up an eight-week program for couples to follow.
